Forretress (Flashfire 60) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Forretress from the Flashfire set is a rare Pokémon card numbered 60 with 100 HP. It features the ability Thorn Tempest and the attack Iron Crash, offering a sturdy presence with both defensive and offensive options.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pineco)
• Ability: Thorn Tempest – When evolving this Pokémon from your hand, you may put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent’s Pokémon.
• Attack: Iron Crash – Deals 20+ damage, with an additional 20 damage for each Colorless in the opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 3

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Flashfire set printing, card number 60—a rare Forretress with the ability Thorn Tempest and the attack Iron Crash.

Flavor text:

“It is encased in a steel shell. Its peering eyes are all that can be seen of its mysterious innards.”

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is identified by its set code “xy2” and number “60.” The illustrator is Tomokazu Komiya. The card image can be found at /images/xy2/xy2-60.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament legality or ban status is provided.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a rare card. A temperature-controlled environment helps maintain its vibrant artwork and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Flashfire (xy2): This set includes Forretress as a rare Stage 1 Metal-type Pokémon with a unique ability that pressures the opponent by placing damage counters upon evolution. Its attack scales with the opponent’s retreat cost, adding strategic depth to gameplay. The set’s artwork and design highlight Forretress’s steel shell and mysterious nature.

For collectors and players interested in Metal-type Pokémon or the Flashfire set, this Forretress card is a notable addition.