Pidgeot Collector’s Guide: HS Triumphant Printing

Character Intro

Pidgeot from the HS Triumphant set is a rare card numbered 29. It boasts 120 HP and features the attack Quick Attack. This card offers a solid presence for collectors seeking powerful Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• HP: 120
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Pidgeotto)
• Attacks: Headwind (20 damage, increases opponent’s attack cost), Quick Attack (40+ damage with coin flip)
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Suwama Chiaki
• Set: HS Triumphant
• Card Number: 29

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the HS Triumphant set printing of Pidgeot, identified by the set code hgss4 and card number 29.

Attacks

• Headwind: 20 damage; strategically increases the defending Pokémon’s attack cost during the opponent’s next turn.
• Quick Attack: 40+ damage with a coin flip for extra damage potential.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Stage 2 subtype, Colorless type, and the unique illustrator credit to Suwama Chiaki. The card’s rarity is classified as Rare, and it has no regulation mark or release date specified.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Use rigid top loaders or binders with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface wear.
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures to keep the card’s integrity intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Triumphant: This set includes the Pidgeot card as a Rare Stage 2 Pokémon, emphasizing strategic gameplay with attacks that manipulate opponent costs and damage output. The set’s artwork and design reflect the HeartGold & SoulSilver era’s detailed style, with Suwama Chiaki’s illustration bringing Pidgeot’s speed and grace to life.