Bidoof Collector’s Guide: Primal Clash XY5-116

Character Intro

Bidoof from the Primal Clash set is a Common card numbered 116. It has 70 HP and features the straightforward attack Gnaw. This card offers a simple yet solid addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Gnaw (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Scrunch (Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent’s next turn, costs 2 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: It constantly gnaws on logs and rocks to whittle down its front teeth. It nests alongside water.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Bidoof from the XY Primal Clash set, card number 116. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Akira Komayama.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “xy5-116” and the Primal Clash logo. The card’s artwork and attack names are consistent with this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card from the XY series, standard protective sleeves and storage in a cool, dry place are recommended to preserve the card’s condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant illustration by Akira Komayama.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (XY5): This set introduced Bidoof as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with simple but useful attacks. The card’s flavor text and art emphasize its natural behavior and habitat, making it a charming addition for collectors interested in the XY era.