Suicune BREAKpoint (xy9-30) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Suicune from the BREAKpoint set is a Rare Holo card numbered 30 with 120 HP. It features the ability Wind Charm and the attack Aurora Beam, and Mitsuhiro Arita’s artwork captures Suicune’s graceful essence in vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• HP: 120
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Ability: Wind Charm — prevents all effects of opponent’s attacks except damage to your Pokémon while Suicune is active
• Attack: Aurora Beam — 110 damage, costs three Water Energy
• Flavor Text: “Said to be the embodiment of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water.”
• Set: BREAKpoint (xy9)
• Card Number: 30
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the BREAKpoint set, identified by set code xy9 and card number 30. It is a Rare Holo card featuring Mitsuhiro Arita’s detailed artwork. It is a Basic stage Suicune with a unique ability and a powerful attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (xy9), card number (30), and the Rare Holo rarity. The absence of a regulation mark and release date means collectors rely on set and card number for verification.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its ability, Wind Charm, offers strategic protection by preventing non-damage effects from opponent attacks while Suicune is active.
• Aurora Beam provides a strong 110 damage output for three Water energies.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and detailed artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches. Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): This set features Suicune as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a unique ability and a high-damage attack. The card stands out for its elegant artwork and strategic potential, making it a notable inclusion in the BREAKpoint series.