Pidgeot (Flashfire 77) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Pidgeot from the Flashfire set is a Rare card numbered 77, boasting 130 HP. This sleek Pokémon features the attack Strong Gust, adding dynamic flair to any deck. Its presence in the set offers collectors a vibrant example of powerful avian Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• HP: 130
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Pidgeotto)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Attacks:
• Clutch: Deals 40 damage and prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn.
• Strong Gust: Deals 60 damage and does 60 more damage during your next turn.
• Flavor Text: “When hunting, it skims the surface of water at high speed to pick off unwary prey such as Magikarp.”
• Illustrator: kawayoo
• Set: Flashfire (XY series)
• Card Number: 77
• Rarity: Rare

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Flashfire set in the XY series, numbered 77. It features artwork by kawayoo and includes two Colorless-type attacks with strategic effects.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “xy2,” rarity as Rare, and the absence of a regulation mark. The card image can be referenced at /images/xy2/xy2-77.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks offer tactical options, such as preventing retreat and boosting damage on the following turn, which may appeal to collectors interested in gameplay mechanics.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this rare card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Flashfire (XY2): This set includes Pidgeot as a Rare Stage 2 card with a focus on Colorless-type Pokémon. The set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic attack designs, exemplified by Pidgeot’s Clutch and Strong Gust moves. Release date is unknown.