Root Fossil Lileep (bw10-87) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Root Fossil Lileep is an uncommon card from the Plasma Blast set, numbered 87. This intriguing Pokémon card captures the ancient essence of Lileep, making it a distinctive addition for collectors. Its presence in the set adds depth to the fossil-themed lineup.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: bw10-87
• Pokémon: Root Fossil Lileep
• Stage: Item
• Subtypes: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weaknesses: None
• Resistances: None
• Types: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

Root Fossil Lileep appears exclusively in the Plasma Blast set as card number 87. This printing is notable for its clean design and the absence of HP or attacks, emphasizing its role as an Item card rather than a Pokémon in play.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw10,” the unique card number 87, and the illustrator credit to 5ban Graphics.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown.
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The card’s rules text allows players to look at the bottom seven cards of their deck and reveal a Lileep to put onto their Bench, then shuffle the rest back. Additionally, it permits playing multiple Item cards during a turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

As an uncommon card with no known print variants, store Root Fossil Lileep in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. A binder or card box dedicated to Plasma Blast helps preserve the vivid 5ban Graphics artwork and overall condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Blast (bw10): This set introduced Root Fossil Lileep as an Item card, enhancing fossil-themed decks with its unique benching ability. It stands out for its strategic utility rather than combat stats, fitting well into decks focused on evolution and setup.