Tangela (Evolutions 8) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Tangela from the Evolutions set is a common card numbered 8 with 80 HP. This vibrant Pokémon features the attack Poison Powder, adding a strategic element to gameplay. Its straightforward design makes it a solid choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Attacks:
• Bind: Costs 1 Grass and 1 Colorless energy; deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip.
• Poison Powder: Costs 3 Grass energies; deals 30 damage and poisons the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Flavor Text: Blue plant vines cloak the Pokémon’s identity in a tangled mass. It entangles anything that gets close.
• Set Code: xy12-8
• Rarity: Common

Key Printings

This printing is from the XY series’ Evolutions set (set code xy12). It is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card numbered 8, illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his detailed and classic Pokémon artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card number (8), set code (xy12), the illustrator’s style, a retreat cost of 2, and its two attacks, Bind and Poison Powder.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the card in a sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface. A rigid top-loader or a binder with acid-free pages will help maintain its condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon with nostalgic artwork and updated mechanics. Tangela appears as a Basic Grass-type with straightforward attacks that reflect its entangling nature. The card fits well into collections focused on early-generation Pokémon with a modern twist.