Finneon (Phantom Forces 18) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Finneon is a common Pokémon card from the Phantom Forces set, numbered 18. With 50 HP and a straightforward Pound attack, it’s a simple yet charming addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attack: Pound (10 damage, costs 1 Water energy)
• Flavor Text: The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Finneon appears in the Phantom Forces set as card number 18. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities, making it a simple yet elegant addition to any collection focusing on the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “xy4” and the card number “18”. The card features the illustrator credit to Shigenori Negishi and carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This Finneon card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. It has a straightforward attack and no special abilities, making it more of a collector’s item than a competitive play staple.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this Finneon in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Even as a common, it benefits from careful handling to retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Phantom Forces (XY4): This set features Finneon as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with simple mechanics and charming artwork. It fits well within the aquatic theme of the set and offers collectors a visually appealing card with straightforward gameplay elements.
• Other Sets: Unknown for this exact printing.