Purrloin Collector’s Guide: Legendary Treasures RC13

Character Intro

Purrloin from the Legendary Treasures set is an Uncommon Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with 50 HP. Numbered RC13 and illustrated by Mizue, it features the utility attack Captivate—making it a small but crafty inclusion for both players and collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Attack: Captivate — Flip a coin; if heads, switch one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
• Flavor Text: Their cute act is a ruse. They trick people and steal their valuables just to see the looks on their faces.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Purrloin appears in the Legendary Treasures set as card RC13. It is an Uncommon card illustrated by Mizue with a single attack, Captivate.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw11” and card number “RC13.” The card’s artwork and Darkness-type iconography are distinctive markers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its single attack, Captivate, offers strategic bench-switching potential but lacks damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is an Uncommon card that may be sought after by collectors of the Legendary Treasures set.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Treasures (bw11): Purrloin appears as a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with a bench-switching attack. The playful flavor text and Mizue’s illustration make it a charming addition to collections focused on the Black & White series.