Pawniard (XY 81) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Pawniard is a Common Pokémon card from the XY set, numbered 81. It has 60 HP and features the sharp attack Metal Claw. This sleek fighter adds a precise edge to any deck.

Quick Facts

• HP: 60
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-20)
• Attacks:
• Cut Down: Flip a coin; if heads, discard an Energy attached to your opponent’s Active Pokémon (cost: 1 Metal).
• Metal Claw: Deals 30 damage (cost: 1 Metal, 1 Colorless).
• No abilities present.
• Illustrator: Midori Harada
• Flavor Text: “Blades comprise this Pokémon’s entire body. If battling dulls the blades, it sharpens them on stones by the river.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This Pawniard card is printed in the XY set with the card number 81. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Midori Harada. No other printings or reprints are documented for this exact version.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Pawniard card. Identifiers include its set code “xy1” and card number “81.” The card is a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with no evolutions from previous forms.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the sharp artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially near the edges where wear is most common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• XY Set: This Pawniard card debuted as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with moderate HP and straightforward attacks. It offers a simple energy disruption move alongside a solid Metal Claw attack, fitting the aggressive theme of the XY series.