Bibarel Collector’s Guide (XY 107)

Character Intro

Bibarel (XY 107) is a Rare card with 100 HP from the XY set. Its standout attack, Hypno Headbutt, adds a strategic edge to gameplay. As card number 107, it’s a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Bidoof
• Type: Colorless
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “It busily makes its nest with stacks of branches and roots it has cut up with its sharp incisors.”

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the XY 107 printing of Bibarel, a rare card from the XY series. It features two attacks:
– Double Headbutt: deals 30 damage per heads flipped from two coins.
– Hypno Headbutt: can do 60+ damage with an optional 30 extra damage at the cost of putting Bibarel to sleep.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “xy1-107,” rarity as Rare, and the distinctive illustration by Kyoko Umemoto. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/xy1/xy1-107.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and age, keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended to maintain its value and prevent wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: Bibarel appears as a reliable Stage 1 Pokémon with balanced HP and versatile attacks, fitting well into decks that utilize Colorless-type Pokémon. Its presence in the XY set adds depth to the evolutionary line from Bidoof, emphasizing utility and endurance.