Swirlix (Phantom Forces 68) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Swirlix is a Common, Basic Fairy-type Pokémon from the Phantom Forces set, card number 68, with 60 HP. It features two straightforward attacks—Lick Away and Tackle—making it a simple, charming addition to any XY-era or Fairy-type collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fairy
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: Darkness -20
• Attacks:
• Lick Away: Removes all Special Conditions from this Pokémon (cost: 1 Fairy energy)
• Tackle: Deals 20 damage (cost: 2 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: “To entangle its opponents in battle, it extrudes white threads as sweet and as sticky as cotton candy.”
• Set Code: xy4
• Card Number: 68
• Rarity: Common

Key Printings

This guide focuses exclusively on the Phantom Forces printing of Swirlix, card number 68. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions printed on this card. The artwork by Satoshi Shirai is unique to this set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this exact printing. Identification is straightforward via the set code “xy4” and card number “68.” The card’s Fairy type, common rarity, and specific attacks also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain condition, store this Swirlix in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep its collector value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Phantom Forces (xy4): Includes Swirlix as a common Basic Fairy-type Pokémon with modest HP and simple attacks—an easy fit for casual collections focused on the XY series and Fairy type.