Ponyta (Steam Siege 16) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Ponyta from the Steam Siege set is a Common Basic Pokémon, numbered 16, with 60 HP. Its fiery attack Live Coal showcases its blazing spirit, making this a straightforward yet vibrant addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Returning Flames: Retrieve 2 Fire Energy cards from your discard pile to your hand (cost: 1 Colorless).
• Live Coal: Deals 10 damage (cost: 1 Fire).
• Flavor Text: “Its legs grow strong while it chases after its parent. It runs in fields and mountains all day.”
• Card ID: xy11-16
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Steam Siege set (set code xy11), numbered 16, and is classified as a Common rarity card. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions from previous forms.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code (xy11), card number (16), and illustrator (Sumiyoshi Kizuki).

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attacks and low HP make it more suitable for casual play or collectors rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

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

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Introduced Ponyta as a Basic Fire-type with straightforward energy retrieval and damage-dealing attacks, emphasizing early-stage gameplay and thematic synergy with Fire Energy cards.