Flaaffy Collector’s Guide: Team Up (sm9-42)

Character Intro

Flaaffy from the Team Up set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with 90 HP. Its attack Shock Bolt adds a dynamic element to gameplay. It holds number 42 in the set, making it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mareep)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Electric Punch: 30 damage, costs 1 Lightning Energy
• Shock Bolt: 60 damage, costs 2 Lightning Energy, discards all Lightning Energy from Flaaffy
• Flavor Text: “If its coat becomes fully charged with electricity, its tail lights up. It fires hair that zaps on impact.”
• Illustrator: Shibuzoh.
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series—specifically the Team Up set—as card number 42. It is classified as an Uncommon card, making it moderately accessible for collectors and players alike.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set code “sm9,” card number 42, and the illustrator Shibuzoh. The card’s Lightning type and Stage 1 subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it flat and avoid exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain integrity over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): Flaaffy appears as a solid Stage 1 Lightning-type with balanced HP and two straightforward attacks. Shock Bolt introduces a strategic cost by requiring an Energy discard, adding tactical depth. This set emphasizes synergy with other Lightning Pokémon and offers collectors a visually appealing card by Shibuzoh.