Growlithe Collector’s Guide: Next Destinies (bw4-10)

Character Intro

Growlithe from the Next Destinies set is a Common card numbered 10 with 80 HP. This basic Fire-type features the Firebreathing attack, adding a fiery element to your deck. Its straightforward design makes it a solid choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3 Colorless
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Stoke: Flip a coin; if heads, attach a Fire Energy from your deck to Growlithe.
• Firebreathing: Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 more damage (base 10+ damage).
• Flavor Text: “A Pokémon with a loyal nature, it will remain motionless until it is given an order by its Trainer.”
• Set Code: bw4
• Series: Black & White (Next Destinies)
• Rarity: Common

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Next Destinies printing of Growlithe, card number 10. It’s a basic Fire-type with no abilities and two coin-flip attacks that emphasize energy attachment and variable damage output.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identified by set code “bw4” and card number “10.” Illustrator: Masakazu Fukuda. No regulation mark and no special subtypes beyond “Basic.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• According to the provided data, this Growlithe is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special rarity or variants, use standard protective sleeves and store in a binder or card box. Avoid moisture and direct sunlight to preserve the artwork and card stock.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies (bw4): A basic Fire-type with simple, coin-flip-based attacks—fitting for beginner decks that lean on Fire Energy acceleration and early-game pressure. The set is part of the Black & White series, known for introducing new Pokémon and mechanics.