Purrloin — Darkness Ablaze #106 Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Purrloin from the Darkness Ablaze set is a Common Pokémon card numbered 106. It features 70 HP and two attacks—Dig Claws and Fake Out. This sleek card adds a playful edge to any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Attacks:
• Dig Claws (10 damage, costs 1 Darkness energy)
• Fake Out (20 damage, costs 2 Colorless; flip a coin, if heads, opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed)
• Flavor Text: It steals things from people just to amuse itself with their frustration. A rivalry exists between this Pokémon and Nickit.
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Purrloin appears in the Darkness Ablaze set, identified by card number 106. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by sowsow, featuring the Regulation Mark D. The card’s attacks provide a balance of low-cost damage and a potential status effect, making it a straightforward but tactically interesting card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Darkness type, Basic stage, and the unique combination of attacks “Dig Claws” and “Fake Out.” The card’s artwork and illustrator signature by sowsow also help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive tournament use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Darkness Ablaze: Introduces Purrloin with a focus on its mischievous personality and rivalry with Nickit. The set highlights Darkness-type Pokémon with dynamic artwork and straightforward gameplay mechanics. This card fits well into decks emphasizing status effects and energy efficiency.