Piloswine (Neo Genesis 44) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Piloswine from the Neo Genesis set is an Uncommon card numbered 44. It boasts 80 HP and features the chilling Blizzard attack. A solid addition for any collection seeking classic Pokémon.

Quick Facts

Card Profile

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swinub)
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Resistance: Lightning (-30)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Attacks:
• Freeze: Deals 10 damage and may prevent the Defending Pokémon from attacking if a coin flip is heads.
• Blizzard: Deals 30 damage and can damage all opponent’s or your own Benched Pokémon depending on a coin flip.
• Flavor Text: “Because the long hair all over its body obscures its sight, it just keeps charging repeatedly.”
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

Appears in the Neo Genesis set as card number 44. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features classic Ken Sugimori artwork. No alternate printings or special editions are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed. Identifiers include the set code “neo1” and the card number 44. The card’s subtype is Stage 1, and it is part of the Neo series.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its attacks offer strategic bench damage and disruption, but its retreat cost of 3 may require careful energy management.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially given the detailed Ken Sugimori artwork. For long-term care, use a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: Introduced Piloswine as a Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with disruptive bench attacks and solid HP. It fits well into decks focusing on bench control and multi-target damage. The set’s artwork and design reflect the early evolution of the Pokémon TCG’s second generation.