Tentacool (Primal Clash 70) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Tentacool from the Primal Clash set is a common Pokémon card numbered 70. It has a modest 50 HP and features the attack Lost in the Waves. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attack: Lost in the Waves (10 damage, returns Tentacool and all attached cards to your hand)
• Flavor Text: Drifts in shallow seas. Anglers who hook them by accident are often punished by their stingers.
• Illustrator: Yukiko Baba
• Card ID: xy5-70
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY series, specifically the Primal Clash set, card number 70. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Yukiko Baba. No alternate print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or special regulation marks for this Tentacool card. It is identified by its set code “xy5” and card number “70.” The card’s Psychic type and Basic stage subtype are key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Tentacool card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament rules or restrictions are noted.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card with delicate artwork. Keeping it in a binder or card box designed for Pokémon cards is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (XY5): Tentacool appears as a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with a simple but strategic attack that allows it to return to the player’s hand, reflecting its elusive nature in the wild. This set focuses on primal-themed Pokémon and their unique abilities, with Tentacool fitting the aquatic motif.