Vespiquen (Ancient Origins 10) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vespiquen from Ancient Origins is an Uncommon card numbered 10 with 90 HP. Its signature attack, Bee Revenge, scales with Pokémon in your discard pile. The card has no Ability.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Combee)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Ancient Origins set, card number 10, and is classified as Uncommon. It has no abilities and features two attacks:
– Intelligence Gathering: 10 damage; draw cards until you have six in hand.
– Bee Revenge: 20+ damage; plus an additional 10 damage for each Pokémon in your discard pile.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “xy7” and the card ID “xy7-10.” The illustrator is kawayoo, and the card image can be referenced at /images/xy7/xy7-10.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its play viability is limited by its lack of abilities and relatively modest attack damage, but it can be a strategic choice in casual play focused on discard pile synergy.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it has no special print variants that might increase its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ancient Origins: This set introduced Vespiquen as a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a unique discard pile synergy attack. It fits well into decks that capitalize on Pokémon in the discard pile and offers a flavorful addition to collectors interested in the xy series.