Eldegoss Collector’s Guide (Evolving Skies #16)

Character Intro

Eldegoss from the Evolving Skies set is a Rare Holo card numbered 16. It features 80 HP and the unique ability Cotton Lift. Its attack, Cotton Guard, adds strategic value in battle. This card offers a bright addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Gossifleur)
• Ability: Cotton Lift — allows searching your deck for up to 2 basic Energy cards once per turn.
• Attack: Cotton Guard — reduces damage taken by 30 during your opponent’s next turn.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: The cotton on the head of this Pokémon can be spun into a glossy, gorgeous yarn—a Galar regional specialty.
• Regulation Mark: E
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Eldegoss appears in the Sword & Shield Evolving Skies set as card number 16. It is a Rare Holo variant illustrated by Kouki Saitou. No other printings or reprints of this specific card are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Eldegoss card. Identifiers include its set code “swsh7-16” and its regulation mark “E,” which helps distinguish it within the Sword & Shield series.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Eldegoss card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to fetch basic Energy cards and reduce incoming damage makes it a tactically interesting card, though tournament play status is unclear.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Holo finish and maintain its value, store Eldegoss in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the holographic areas illustrated by Kouki Saitou.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Eldegoss #16 is featured as a Rare Holo card with a unique ability and attack that emphasize energy management and damage mitigation. This set highlights the Pokémon’s regional specialty and provides collectors with a visually appealing and strategically useful card.
• Other Sets: No other sets or printings are documented for this exact Eldegoss card.