Samurott Collector’s Guide (Black White #31)

Character Intro

Samurott from the Black White set is a Rare Holo card numbered 31. With 140 HP, it’s a sturdy Stage 2 Water-type that can pressure boards with Pike and close out damage with Surf.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Dewott)
• Attacks:
• Pike: Deals 30 damage to one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon without applying Weakness or Resistance.
• Surf: Deals 80 damage.
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “Part of the armor on its anterior legs becomes a giant sword. Its cry alone is enough to intimidate most enemies.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Black White set, identified as card number 31. It is a Rare Holo card, making it a desirable collectible for fans of the Black White series and Samurott enthusiasts.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw1-31” and the illustrator Masakazu Fukuda’s distinctive artwork. The card’s image is available at /images/bw1/bw1-31.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its high HP and dual attacks make it a solid choice for casual play, but tournament use is restricted.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil and artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Black White: Introduced Samurott as a powerful Water-type Stage 2 Pokémon with strong attacks and a rare holofoil finish. This set highlights the evolution line from Oshawott to Samurott with detailed artwork and balanced gameplay mechanics.