Cottonee Collectors Guide: Emerging Powers #9

Character Intro

Cottonee from the Emerging Powers set is a common card numbered 9 with 40 HP. This lively Pokémon features the attack Absorb, a straightforward, effective move. Its simple design makes it a charming addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Water (-20)
• Attack: Absorb (10 damage, heals 10 damage from itself)
• No abilities
• Flavor Text: “They go wherever the wind takes them. On rainy days, their bodies are heavier, so they take shelter beneath big trees.”

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Cottonee from the Emerging Powers set, card number 9. It is a common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “bw2” and card number “9”. The illustrator Atsuko Nishida is a key identifier for this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is ideal for casual collectors or players seeking to complete the Emerging Powers set.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerging Powers (bw2): Features Cottonee as a basic Grass-type Pokémon with a simple healing attack. This set highlights early-stage Pokémon with straightforward abilities and attacks, suitable for beginners and collectors alike.