Litwick Collectors Guide: Guardians Rising (sm2-11)

Character Intro

Litwick is a Common Pokémon card from the Guardians Rising set, numbered 11. It has a modest 50 HP and features the attack Flickering Flames. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attack: Flickering Flames (10 damage; puts opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep)
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Guardians Rising expansion. It is card number 11 in the set and classified as a Common rarity. The card features a single attack, Flickering Flames, which deals 10 damage and causes the opponent’s Active Pokémon to fall Asleep.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm2” and the card number “11.” The illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita is a key identifying feature for collectors seeking original artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Litwick card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Guardians Rising (sm2): Introduced Litwick as a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with a unique status-inducing attack. This set focuses on a mix of powerful Pokémon and strategic gameplay elements, with Litwick providing a subtle control option through its Flickering Flames attack.