Chinchou Collector’s Guide: Boundaries Crossed #55

Character Intro

Chinchou is a Common Pokémon card from the Boundaries Crossed set, numbered 55. It has 60 HP and features the attack Electripult. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Electripult — does 20 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon (excluding Weakness and Resistance on Benched Pokémon)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Flavor Text: It discharges positive and negative electricity from its antenna tips to shock its foes.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Boundaries Crossed set, card number 55. It is a common rarity card illustrated by Ken Sugimori. The card’s simple Lightning-type design and the Electripult attack make it a modest but collectible piece within the Black & White series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “bw7” and the card number 55. The card has no regulation mark, which can help distinguish it from other printings or reprints.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Boundaries Crossed (bw7): Introduced Chinchou as a Basic Lightning-type with a unique attack that targets any opponent’s Pokémon, emphasizing tactical play. The set features Ken Sugimori’s classic artwork style, making this card a visually appealing collectible.