Pinsir Collector’s Guide: Twilight Masquerade #168

Character Intro

Pinsir from the Twilight Masquerade set is a striking Illustration Rare card numbered 168. It has 110 HP and features the dynamic attack Superpowered Horns. The detailed artwork makes it a vivid addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• HP: 110
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: H
• Flavor Text: “These Pokémon judge one another based on pincers. Thicker, more impressive pincers make for more popularity with the opposite gender.”

Key Printings

This exact printing of Pinsir appears in the Twilight Masquerade set, identified as card number 168. It is classified as an Illustration Rare, highlighting its unique and detailed artwork.

Attacks

• “Slow Crunch” — Discards all Energy from Pinsir and guarantees a Knock Out of the Defending Pokémon at the end of the opponent’s next turn.
• “Superpowered Horns” — Deals 100 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card.

Key identifiers:
– Grass type
– Illustration Rare rarity
– Regulation mark “H”
– Illustrator: Yukihiro Tada
– Image reference: /images/sv6/sv6-168.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is currently not listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Illustration Rare artwork and condition:
– Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
– Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets.
– Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade: Features Pinsir as a Basic Grass-type with notable attacks and a unique Illustration Rare rarity. The set emphasizes detailed artwork and thematic elements tied to the Scarlet & Violet series. Release date for this set is unknown.