Floatzel Collector’s Guide: HS Unleashed #16

Overview

Floatzel from the HS Unleashed set is a Rare Stage 1 Water-type with 80 HP and zero Retreat Cost. Numbered 16 in the set, it features the Poké-Power Water Acceleration and the attack Waterfall.

Quick Facts

• HP: 80
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Buizel)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Rarity: Rare
• Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver (HS Unleashed)
• Card Number: 16

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the HS Unleashed set, identified as card number 16. It features Floatzel with the Poké-Power “Water Acceleration,” allowing attachment of Water Energy from hand once per turn, and a “Waterfall” attack dealing 60 damage for three energy.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Set code: “hgss2”
• Card ID: “hgss2-16”
• Image path: /images/hgss2/hgss2-16.jpg
• The card’s flavor text highlights Floatzel’s flotation sac and diving behavior.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its Water Acceleration Poké-Power offers strategic energy acceleration, but the card’s tournament viability is unclear due to unknown legality.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve Floatzel’s vibrant artwork and rare status, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Unleashed: Floatzel appears as a rare Stage 1 Water-type with a useful energy acceleration ability and a strong Waterfall attack. This set focuses on HeartGold & SoulSilver era Pokémon, capturing their unique traits and battle styles.