Cyndaquil (BREAKthrough 18) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Cyndaquil from the BREAKthrough set is a Common Pokémon card numbered 18. With 60 HP and the attack Ember, it’s a straightforward yet charming addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Tackle (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
• Ember (30 damage, requires discarding a Fire Energy, costs 1 Fire + 1 Colorless Energy)
• Flavor Text: “It has a timid nature. If it is startled, the flames on its back burn more vigorously.”
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the BREAKthrough set (set code xy8), card number 18. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. The card has no abilities and includes two basic attacks that reflect Cyndaquil’s early-game role.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is a Basic Pokémon with subtype “Basic” and carries no regulation mark. The card’s market reference query is “Cyndaquil BREAKthrough 18.” The image for this printing can be found at: /images/xy8/xy8-18.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended. Avoid direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the artwork and card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKthrough (xy8): A straightforward and charming Cyndaquil, showcasing the Pokémon’s timid nature and basic Fire-type attacks—well suited for collections focused on early-stage Pokémon or the XY series.

For collectors seeking a simple yet vivid representation of Cyndaquil from the XY BREAKthrough era, this card is a solid choice with clear identifiers and classic gameplay elements.