Quagsire (Ancient Origins 39) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Quagsire from the Ancient Origins set is a sturdy Common Pokémon card numbered 39. With 110 HP and the straightforward Landslide attack, it combines solid stats with a simple, effective move for play and collection alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Wooper)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Attacks:
• Wave Splash: Deals 30 damage with a Water and Colorless energy cost.
• Landslide: Deals 80 damage; damage is not affected by Resistance, requiring Water and two Colorless energies.
• Flavor Text: “This carefree Pokémon has an easy-going nature. While swimming, it always bumps into boat hulls.”
• Illustrator: Naoyo Kimura
• Image URL: /images/xy7/xy7-39.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Quagsire appears in the Ancient Origins set, identified as card number 39. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate print variants. The card’s Fighting type is notable, differing from Quagsire’s usual Water/Ground typing in the video games.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “xy7” and the card number 39. The illustrator’s signature style by Naoyo Kimura helps distinguish this card visually.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its retreat cost of 3 and moderate HP make it a sturdy but somewhat costly option in gameplay. The Landslide attack’s ability to bypass Resistance can be strategically valuable.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to maintain collector value. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ancient Origins: This set features Quagsire as a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with a unique moveset and charming flavor text. It stands out for its artwork and solid HP, fitting well into collections focused on the XY series.