Chespin BREAKthrough (xy8-8) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Chespin from the BREAKthrough set is a Common Pokémon card numbered 8. It features 60 HP and a single attack called Seed Bomb. This lively card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Such a thick shell of wood covers its head and back that even a direct hit from a truck wouldn’t faze it.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Chespin is from the BREAKthrough set, numbered 8/162. It is a Common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities, and it features two attacks: “Work,” which deals 10 damage for one Colorless Energy, and “Seed Bomb,” which deals 30 damage for one Grass and two Colorless Energies.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. The card can be identified by its set code “xy8,” number “8,” and the illustrator Megumi Mizutani. The card’s image is available at /images/xy8/xy8-8.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. No special rules or abilities are associated with this card.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with moderate play value, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve its condition. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight to maintain the integrity of the card’s artwork and text.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKthrough (xy8): This set includes Chespin as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a durable flavor text emphasizing its tough shell. It fits well into beginner decks or collectors focusing on the XY series.