Torkoal (Twilight Masquerade 172) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Torkoal from the Twilight Masquerade set is a striking Illustration Rare card numbered 172. With 130 HP and the fiery attack Fire Spin, this card’s vivid design captures Torkoal’s intense energy.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv6
• Series: scarlet_violet

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Twilight Masquerade set, card number 172, classified as an Illustration Rare.

Attacks

• Ramming Shell — Deals 30 damage and reduces damage taken on your opponent’s next turn.
• Fire Spin — Deals 110 damage and requires discarding two Energy cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by set code sv6, number 172, and the Illustration Rare rarity. The illustrator is Masa. Image reference: /images/sv6/sv6-172.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Verify tournament rules before deck inclusion.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain condition, store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. As an Illustration Rare, handle with clean hands and avoid bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade (sv6): Introduces Torkoal as a resilient Fire-type Basic Pokémon with an Illustration Rare treatment. The set emphasizes thematic artwork and strategic attacks like Ramming Shell and Fire Spin, showcasing Torkoal’s coal-powered energy.