Volbeat (Primal Clash 17) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Volbeat from the Primal Clash set is a Common Pokémon card numbered 17. It has 70 HP and features the attack Pester. A straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: It lives around clean ponds. At night, its rear lights up. It converses with others by flashing its light.
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Key Printings

This printing is from the XY series Primal Clash set, card number 17. It is a Common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities.

Attacks

• Acrobatics — can increase damage based on coin flips.
• Pester — deals extra damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon is affected by a Special Condition.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “xy5” and card number “17.” The illustrator is Tomokazu Komiya, a notable artist for the XY series.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its simple attack mechanics and low HP suggest it is best suited for casual play or collectors rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve its condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant illustration by Tomokazu Komiya.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (XY5): Introduced Volbeat as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a charming flavor text. It fits well into thematic collections focusing on the XY series or insect-themed Pokémon.