Infernape Collector’s Guide: Steam Siege #20

Character Intro

Infernape from the Steam Siege set is a Rare Holo card numbered 20. It has 130 HP and features the hard-hitting Flare Up attack. Striking artwork and solid stats make it a standout Stage 2 Fire-type option.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Monferno)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Attacks:
• Flare Blitz (120 damage): Discards all Fire Energy attached to Infernape.
• Flare Up (200 damage): Requires 10 Fire Energy cards in the discard pile to activate; shuffles those cards back into the deck.
• Flavor Text: “It tosses its enemies around with agility. It uses all its limbs to fight in its own unique style.”
• Illustrator: Naoki Saito
• Card Number: 20/Steam Siege
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Steam Siege set, identified as card number 20. It is a Rare Holo variant featuring detailed artwork by Naoki Saito. No release date is provided for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “xy11,” card number 20, and the Rare Holo rarity. The card’s distinct Fire-type attacks and Stage 2 subtype further define its identity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): This set features Infernape as a powerful Fire-type Stage 2 Pokémon with strong energy manipulation attacks. The set’s design emphasizes dynamic battle styles and energy management, with Infernape exemplifying these themes through its Flare Blitz and Flare Up attacks.