Piloswine Collector’s Guide: Crimson Invasion (sm4-20)

Character Intro

Piloswine from the Crimson Invasion set is an Uncommon Pokémon card with 100 HP. Numbered 20 in the set, it features the attack Stampede for straightforward offense and presents a solid, sturdy presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swinub)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Resistance: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Stampede (Water): 20 damage
• Rest (4 Colorless): Heals 90 damage and puts Piloswine to sleep
• Flavor Text: “Although its legs are short, its rugged hooves prevent it from slipping, even on icy ground.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact Piloswine card appears in the Crimson Invasion set, numbered 20. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features artwork by Kouki Saitou. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sm4” and card number “20.” The card’s Water type, Stage 1 subtype, and unique retreat cost of 4 also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and sleep condition from Rest may affect play strategies, but official tournament legality is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, maintaining edge and surface quality will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crimson Invasion: This set features Piloswine as a sturdy Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with healing capabilities. Its combination of moderate damage and restorative moves makes it a notable inclusion for collectors focusing on the Sun & Moon series.