Clauncher (Steam Siege 33) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Clauncher is a Common Pokémon card from the Steam Siege set, numbered 33. It has 60 HP and features the attack Double Pincers. Straightforward and clean, it’s a solid pick for set builders and Water-type collectors alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Double Pincers (Flip 2 coins; 10 damage per heads)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Flavor Text: Through controlled expulsions of internal gas, it can expel water like a pistol shot. At close distances, it can shatter rock.
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Clauncher card from the Steam Siege set, identified as card number 33. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities, making it a straightforward addition for collectors interested in the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Clauncher. Identify it by:
– Set code: “xy11”
– Number: 33
– Illustrator: Kanako Eo
– Water type and single attack: “Double Pincers”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Clauncher is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP make it better suited for casual play or collection.

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain condition and preserve the artwork, keep the card sleeved and away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or surface scratches to protect its value, even as a common.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Clauncher appears as a basic Water-type Pokémon with a coin-flip-based attack for damage calculation. The set highlights aquatic and steam-themed Pokémon, with Clauncher fitting neatly into the Water-type lineup.