Dewgong (Evolutions 29) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Dewgong from the Evolutions set is a rare, number 29 card with 120 HP. It showcases the utility of Super Deep Dive alongside the straightforward, hard-hitting Take Down. The artwork captures Dewgong’s graceful, battle-ready form.

Quick Facts

• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Seel)
• Type: Water
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Flavor Text: Its body is covered with a pure white fur. The colder the weather, the more active it becomes.
• Attacks:
• Super Deep Dive: Heals 40 damage and switches Dewgong with a Benched Pokémon (cost: 1 Water).
• Take Down: Deals 90 damage but Dewgong takes 20 damage itself (cost: 1 Water, 2 Colorless).

Key Printings

This card is from the XY series, specifically the Evolutions set (set code xy12). It is a rare card numbered 29 in the set. The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita is a notable feature for collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. It can be identified by the set code “xy12-29” and the Evolutions set symbol. The absence of a regulation mark, along with its specific attacks and retreat cost, also help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, especially around the edges and corners. Given its rarity and collector interest, consider using a rigid top-loader or a graded case for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon with updated mechanics and nostalgic artwork. Dewgong’s card fits the theme by blending traditional design with modern gameplay elements, making it a prized piece for fans of Water-type Pokémon and the original series aesthetics.