Starly (BREAKthrough 125) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Starly from the BREAKthrough set is a Common Basic Pokémon card, number 125. It has 50 HP and features the attack Call for Pals—a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Flavor Text: They flock around mountains and fields, chasing after bug Pokémon. Their singing is noisy and annoying.
• Attack: Call for Pals — Search your deck for as many Starly as you like and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Starly appears in the XY BREAKthrough expansion, card number 125. It highlights the Call for Pals attack, enabling players to quickly fill their Bench with additional Starly from their deck.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “xy8” and card number 125. The artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the lack of a regulation mark also help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.
• Its Call for Pals attack can be strategically useful for bench-filling tactics in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain collectible condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKthrough (xy8): Introduced Starly with a unique bench-filling attack, adding tactical depth to early-game plays. This set’s Starly is a straightforward, common Basic Pokémon with a focus on supporting bench development.