Torkoal (Lost Origin 23) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Torkoal from the Lost Origin set is an Uncommon Basic Fire-type with 110 HP. As card number 23, it features Flamethrower and offers a solid choice for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: F

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sword & Shield Lost Origin expansion, card number 23. It showcases two attacks: Stampede, dealing 30 damage for Fire and Colorless energy, and Flamethrower, a powerful 130 damage attack requiring one Fire and three Colorless energies, with the cost of discarding an Energy from Torkoal.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “swsh11” and the card number “23.” The card is illustrated by Naoyo Kimura and features the subtype “Basic.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vivid artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, maintaining mint condition can help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Origin (swsh11): This set includes Torkoal as a Basic Fire-type with solid HP and two distinct attacks, emphasizing energy management with Flamethrower’s discard mechanic. The set’s artwork and design highlight Torkoal’s coal-burning theme.