Weedle Collector’s Guide: XY Evolutions (xy12-5)

Character Intro

Weedle is a common Pokémon card from the Evolutions set, numbered 5. It has 40 HP and features the attack Poison Sting. This card captures Weedle’s simple yet distinctive presence in the game.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Poison Sting (10 damage; may Poison opponent’s Active Pokémon on heads flip)
• Flavor Text: Often found in forests and grasslands. It has a sharp, toxic barb of around two inches on top of its head.
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the XY series set “Evolutions” (set code xy12). It is card number 5 at Common rarity. As a Basic stage card, it does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “xy12” and the card number “5.” The illustrator is Mitsuhiro Arita, whose credit helps authenticate this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and low HP make it more of a collector’s item than a competitive choice.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, focus on maintaining clean edges and preserving the artwork, especially with Mitsuhiro Arita’s detailed illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon designs with updated mechanics. Weedle appears as a faithful reprint with nostalgic appeal, emphasizing simplicity and iconic traits rather than competitive power.

This Weedle card is a charming piece for collectors interested in the XY Evolutions set or fans of classic Pokémon designs.