Silcoon (Roaring Skies) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Silcoon from the Roaring Skies set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It features the attack String Shot, adding a strategic edge to gameplay. Its modest rarity makes it a notable addition for collectors seeking variety.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Wurmple)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: String Shot (10 damage; flip a coin to potentially paralyze opponent’s Active Pokémon)
• Flavor Text: “It drinks dew that collects on its silk and waits for evolution. Its hard cocoon repels attacks.”
• Card ID: xy6-4
• Image:

Key Printings

Focus: the Silcoon card from the XY Roaring Skies set, numbered 4/108. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Shigenori Negishi. No release date is available for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Silcoon card. Identifiers include its set code “xy6” and card number “4”. The card is recognized by its Stage 1 subtype and Grass type, with a distinctive retreat cost of 3.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its single attack, String Shot, offers a chance to paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon, providing a tactical status effect option.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining artwork and edges will help retain collector value. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Silcoon appears as a sturdy Stage 1 Grass-type with a focus on defensive play and status effects. This set highlights Silcoon’s evolution from Wurmple and its role in the Pokémon’s lifecycle, captured through detailed illustration and balanced gameplay stats.