Palpitoad Collector’s Guide: Legendary Treasures (bw11-41)

Character Intro

Palpitoad is an Uncommon Pokémon card from the Legendary Treasures set, numbered 41. It features 80 HP and includes the attack Mud Shot. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Attacks:
• Mud Shot (20 damage, Water energy)
• Round (20× damage; does 20 damage times the number of your Pokémon with the Round attack, costs 3 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: “It lives in the water and on land. It uses its long, sticky tongue to capture prey.”
• Illustrator: Sachiko Adachi
• Set: Legendary Treasures (bw11)
• Card Number: 41
• Rarity: Uncommon

Key Printings

This specific Palpitoad card is from the Legendary Treasures set, identified by the code bw11-41. It is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon evolving from Tympole, featuring two attacks that emphasize both straightforward damage and synergy with other Pokémon using the Round attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code bw11, card number 41, and the unique illustration by Sachiko Adachi. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its rarity is Uncommon.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its attacks offer a balance of energy cost and damage output, with Round encouraging a deck built around multiple Pokémon sharing that attack.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining a scratch-free surface will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Treasures (bw11): This set features Palpitoad as a solid Stage 1 Water-type with synergy potential through its Round attack. The set’s artwork and card design emphasize classic Pokémon traits with a modern twist, making it a notable addition for collectors focusing on the Black & White series.