Skitty (Kalos Starter Set 28) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Skitty is a lively Basic Colorless Pokémon from the Kalos Starter Set. This 60 HP card features the attack “Jump On” and is numbered 28 in the set.

Quick Facts

• HP: 60
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attack: “Jump On” (Flip a coin; if heads, does 20 more damage)
• Flavor Text: “It can’t stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in a circle, chasing its own tail.”
• Illustrator: Shin Nagasawa
• Set Code: xy0
• Series: XY
• Card ID: xy0-28
• Image:

Key Printings

This Skitty appears exclusively in the Kalos Starter Set as card number 28. It is a Basic Pokémon with no evolutions printed in this set. The card features a single attack, “Jump On,” which uses a coin flip to add extra damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Skitty. The card lacks a rarity symbol and regulation mark, which is typical for starter set cards. Its unique identifiers are the set code “xy0” and card number “28.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its unknown rarity and release date, maintaining its physical condition is essential for long-term value. Avoid bending or scratching, especially around edges and the illustrated area.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Kalos Starter Set (xy0): Includes Skitty as a Basic Pokémon with a straightforward attack and no abilities—an introductory card for new players and collectors with clean artwork and simple mechanics. The set’s release date remains unknown, and the card is not tournament-legal in current formats.