Piplup Collector’s Guide: Legendary Treasures bw11-33

Character Intro

Piplup from the Legendary Treasures set is a charming Common card numbered 33. With 60 HP and the straightforward attack Water Splash, it’s a simple, classic pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Attack: Water Splash — Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 more damage (base 10+ damage).
• Flavor Text: “A poor walker, it often falls down. However, its strong pride makes it puff up its chest without a care.”
• Illustrator: Mizue
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Piplup card appears in the Legendary Treasures set, identified by the code bw11-33. It is a Common rarity card and does not evolve from a previous form.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code bw11 and card number 33. The card has no regulation mark and no special subtypes beyond Basic.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork by Mizue and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep its collectible value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Treasures (bw11): This set includes Piplup as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack, Water Splash, reflecting its playful and proud nature. The card is a common collectible with no special abilities or evolutions, making it accessible for new collectors and fans of the Pokémon.