Wartortle Collector’s Guide: HS Unleashed #42

Character Intro

Wartortle from the HS Unleashed set is a striking Uncommon card numbered 42. It boasts a solid 80 HP and features the dynamic attack Surf. This card offers a balanced addition for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Squirtle)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Italic text: Water Arrow: Choose 1 of your opponent’s Pokémon and deal 20 damage (no Weakness/Resistance for Benched Pokémon).
• Italic text: Surf: Deals 50 damage, costing Water and two Colorless energies.
• Flavor Text: “It is a well-established symbol of longevity. If its shell has algae on it, that Wartortle is very old.”

Key Printings

This exact Wartortle card is from the HS Unleashed set, numbered 42, and is classified as Uncommon. It is illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda and features two Water-type attacks that balance tactical damage options.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “hgss2” and card ID “hgss2-42.” The market reference query for collectors is “Wartortle HS Unleashed 42.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vivid artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Unleashed: This set features Wartortle as a solid Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with balanced attacks and a moderate HP of 80. The set focuses on HeartGold & SoulSilver era Pokémon, with this card exemplifying the theme of longevity and evolution from Squirtle.