Wartortle Collector’s Guide: 151 Set (Scarlet & Violet)

Character Intro

Wartortle from the 151 set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Water-type featuring 100 HP. It showcases the attack Spinning Attack and is card 8 in the set—an appealing pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Squirtle)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: It cleverly controls its furry ears and tail to maintain its balance while swimming.
• Attacks:
• Free Diving: Retrieve up to 3 Basic Water Energy cards from your discard pile to your hand.
• Spinning Attack: Deals 50 damage with a cost of two Water energies.

Key Printings

This Wartortle is from the 151 set within the Scarlet & Violet series, numbered 8 and classified as Uncommon. Illustrated by kantaro, the artwork highlights the Pokémon’s aquatic grace.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sv3pt5,” regulation mark “G,” and the card number “8.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sv3pt5/sv3pt5-8.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition and preserve the vibrant illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (Scarlet & Violet): Features Wartortle as a balanced Water-type Stage 1 with energy recovery and moderate damage attacks. The set focuses on classic Pokémon with fresh artwork and updated mechanics. Release date is unknown.