Hawlucha (Steam Siege 97) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hawlucha from Steam Siege is an Uncommon Basic Pokémon with 80 HP. It features the Sudden Cyclone Ability and the Acrobatics attack, and is card number 97 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Ability: Sudden Cyclone (forces opponent to switch Active Pokémon when played onto Bench)
• Attack: Acrobatics (costs 2 Colorless, does 20+ damage with coin flips)
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: “With its wings, it controls its position in the air. It likes to attack from above, a maneuver that is difficult to defend against.”
• Set Code: xy11
• Card Number: 97
• Rarity: Uncommon

Key Printings

This exact printing of Hawlucha appears in the Steam Siege set (xy11) as card number 97. It is a Basic Pokémon card with a unique ability and a straightforward attack, making it a notable inclusion for collectors of the XY series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card is identified by its set code xy11 and number 97. The illustrator miki kudo’s artwork is a key visual identifier. The card features the Colorless type symbol and the Uncommon rarity mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to disrupt the opponent’s Active Pokémon placement can be tactically valuable in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining the card in near-mint condition is recommended for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Introduced Hawlucha as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with a disruptive ability and a flexible attack, adding strategic depth to the set’s lineup. The card’s artwork and mechanics reflect the set’s focus on dynamic battle tactics.