Drilbur (Emerging Powers 54) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Drilbur from the Emerging Powers set is an Uncommon Pokémon card numbered 54. This lively card features 70 HP and a straightforward attack called Scratch. Its simple design makes it a solid choice for collectors seeking a classic addition.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Lightning -20
• Flavor Text: It can dig through the ground at a speed of 30 mph. It could give a car running aboveground a good race.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Emerging Powers set, identified by card number 54. It is an Uncommon rarity card featuring artwork by match. No alternate print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Drilbur card. It is identified by its Fighting type, Basic stage, and the set code “bw2” from Emerging Powers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• It features two attacks: “Hone Claws,” which boosts damage on the next turn, and “Scratch,” dealing 10 damage. No abilities are present.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining edge and surface quality is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerging Powers: Drilbur appears as a Basic Fighting-type with a focus on speed and simple attack mechanics. Its inclusion adds a dynamic, ground-digging flavor to the set’s Fighting-type lineup.