Cyndaquil (Neo Genesis 56) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Cyndaquil is a Common Pokémon card from the Neo Genesis set, numbered 56. This lively Basic Fire-type has 40 HP and showcases the attack Swift—capturing the straightforward charm of this classic era.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Leer: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon cannot attack Cyndaquil during your opponent’s next turn.
• Swift: Deals 20 damage unaffected by Weakness, Resistance, or other effects.
• Flavor Text: “It usually stays hunched over. If it is angry or surprised, it shoots flames out of its back.”
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Image URL: /images/neo1/neo1-56.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Neo Genesis set, card number 56, and is classified as Common rarity. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions printed on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “neo1” and the card number 56. The artwork by Ken Sugimori is a distinctive feature.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is still valuable to collectors who appreciate the Neo Genesis era and Ken Sugimori’s artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: This card debuted in the Neo Genesis set, marking one of the early appearances of Cyndaquil in the Pokémon TCG. It features straightforward attacks and a classic illustration style that appeals to collectors of the Neo series.

This guide covers the exact Neo Genesis printing of Cyndaquil, providing collectors with essential details for identification and care.