Forretress Collector’s Guide: Unseen Forces #6

Character Intro

Forretress from the Unseen Forces set is a Rare Holo card numbered 6. It has 70 HP and features attacks Spiky Shell and Pop, making it a tactically interesting Stage 1 Metal-type that evolves from Pineco. The distinctive holo finish makes it a solid addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pineco)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Spiky Shell: Deals 20 damage and places 3 damage counters on the Defending Pokémon at the end of your opponent’s next turn.
• Pop: Deals 100 damage, puts 7 damage counters on Forretress, and allows moving all Energy cards attached to Forretress to your Benched Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Unseen Forces set, card number 6, and is a Rare Holo variant. It is illustrated by Aya Kusube and features the Metal type. The card is notable for its combination of offensive pressure and tactical energy management.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward through its set code “ex10” and card number “6.” The holofoil finish and illustrator credit to Aya Kusube are key visual identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic attacks, especially “Pop,” offer interesting gameplay mechanics, but tournament use is not currently supported.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and maintain card condition, store this Forretress card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unseen Forces: This set introduced Forretress as a rare holo Stage 1 Metal-type Pokémon, emphasizing tactical gameplay with energy manipulation and sustained damage effects. The card remains a visually appealing and strategically interesting piece within this classic set.