Ursaring (Cosmic Eclipse 172) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Ursaring from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a rare card numbered 172. It boasts a sturdy 140 HP, making it a resilient choice in battle. Its notable attack, Heavy Hold, emphasizes its powerful presence on the field.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Teddiursa)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Attacks:
• Hammer In: Deals 50 damage for two Colorless energy.
• Heavy Hold: Deals 120 damage for four Colorless energy and prevents the Defending Pokémon from attacking during your opponent’s next turn.
• Flavor Text: “With its ability to distinguish any aroma, it unfailingly finds all food buried deep underground.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, set code sm12, Cosmic Eclipse expansion, card number 172. It is classified as a Rare card and illustrated by Hiroki Asanuma.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code sm12-172 and the Cosmic Eclipse logo. The card features no special regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and illustrator significance, consider a top-loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set includes Ursaring as a Rare Stage 1 card, emphasizing strong Colorless-type Pokémon with versatile attacks. Ursaring’s Heavy Hold attack offers strategic disruption by preventing the opponent’s next attack, adding tactical depth to decks featuring Colorless energy.