Tatsugiri Collector’s Guide: Twilight Masquerade #186

Character Intro

Tatsugiri from the Twilight Masquerade set is a striking Illustration Rare card numbered 186. It features 70 HP and the unique ability Attract Customers. Its attack, Surf, adds a dynamic edge to its gameplay. This card blends subtle power with a captivating design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Ability: Attract Customers — allows you to look at the top 6 cards of your deck once per turn and add a Supporter card found there to your hand.
• Attack: Surf — deals 50 damage, costing one Fire and one Water energy.
• Flavor Text: “Tatsugiri is an extremely cunning Pokémon. It feigns weakness to lure in prey, then orders its partner to attack.”
• Regulation Mark: H
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet series set “Twilight Masquerade,” card number 186, classified as an Illustration Rare. The card features artwork by osare and is a Basic Dragon-type Pokémon with a unique ability and a solid attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “sv6” and card ID “sv6-186.” The rarity is Illustration Rare, and it carries the regulation mark “H.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sv6/sv6-186.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic ability to search for Supporter cards can be valuable in casual or themed play, but official tournament use is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare status, consider using a top loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade (sv6): Introduced Tatsugiri as a cunning Dragon-type Basic Pokémon with a unique ability to enhance Supporter card access. This set highlights strategic depth with versatile abilities and attacks, exemplified by this card’s combination of Attract Customers and Surf attack.