Piplup (Ultra Prism 31) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Piplup from Ultra Prism is a charming Common, card number 31. With 60 HP and the attack Splatter, it captures Piplup’s playful spirit in a compact, collectible snapshot.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Abilities: None
• Attack: Splatter — Deals 20 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon without applying Weakness and Resistance if the target is on the Bench.
• Flavor Text: “Because it is very proud, it hates accepting food from people. Its thick down guards it from cold.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Ultra Prism set printing of Piplup, card number 31. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Piplup card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “sm5” and card number 31. The card features Ken Sugimori’s classic illustration style and the Sun & Moon Ultra Prism set branding.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No official tournament play notes are available due to its unknown legality status.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by Ken Sugimori.
• Proper storage will maintain its collectible value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ultra Prism: Introduced Piplup as a Basic Water-type with a simple but strategic attack, “Splatter,” suitable for early-game play. The set emphasizes clean artwork and straightforward mechanics, making it accessible for collectors and players alike.