Hisuian Growlithe (Twilight Masquerade 99) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Growlithe is a Common Basic Fighting-type from Twilight Masquerade, card number 99. With 80 HP and two straightforward attacks—Blazing Destruction and Take Down—it’s an easy, thematic addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Blazing Destruction (Free): Discards a Stadium in play.
• Take Down (Fighting + Colorless, 40 damage): Also deals 10 damage to itself.
• Flavor Text: “They patrol their territory in pairs. I believe the igneous rock components in the fur of this species are the result of volcanic activity in its habitat.”
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv6
• Card ID: sv6-99
• Image:

Key Printings

Printed as a Common in the Twilight Masquerade set of the Scarlet & Violet series. It’s a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions from prior stages. The card features two attacks: one that discards a Stadium for strategic disruption and another that deals moderate damage with 10 self-damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. It is identified by the set code “sv6” and card number “99.” The illustrator credit goes to Whisker, whose artwork distinctly characterizes this Hisuian Growlithe.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability may be limited to casual or collector-focused decks.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Even as a Common, preserving the Whisker artwork is worthwhile for collectors. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade (sv6): Includes Hisuian Growlithe as a Common Fighting-type Basic Pokémon. It features Stadium interaction and self-damage mechanics, reflecting Scarlet & Violet’s strategic depth. The regulation mark “H” situates it within a specific rotation cycle, with release date unknown.