Purugly (Battle Styles 116) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Purugly from the Battle Styles set is an Uncommon card numbered 116. It boasts a solid 120 HP and features the attack Claw Slash. This sleek Pokémon offers a balanced presence for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1
• Evolves From: Glameow
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: E

Key Printings

This exact printing of Purugly appears in the Battle Styles set, identified by the code swsh5-116.

• Attacks:
• “Caturday,” which allows you to draw 3 cards but puts Purugly to sleep
• “Claw Slash,” dealing 120 damage for four Colorless energy
• Abilities: The card does not have any abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code (swsh5), card number (116), and the unique artwork by Akira Komayama. The card’s regulation mark is E, which helps distinguish its legality and rotation status.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its high retreat cost and sleep condition from “Caturday” may affect its playability, but it can deliver strong damage with “Claw Slash.”

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 uncommon rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Introduces Purugly with a balanced mix of card draw and heavy damage potential. The set emphasizes strategic play styles, and Purugly fits as a versatile Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique flavor text and solid HP.