Piplup (Cosmic Eclipse 239) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Piplup from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Secret card numbered 239. This charming Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Bubble Hold. Its design captures the playful essence of Piplup in a vibrant style.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attack: Bubble Hold (80 damage) — Prevents a Basic Defending Pokémon from attacking on the opponent’s next turn.
• Flavor Text: “It doesn’t like to be taken care of. It’s difficult to bond with since it won’t listen to its Trainer.”
• Illustrator: Tomomi Kaneko
• Card ID: sm12-239
• Set: Cosmic Eclipse (sm12)
• Rarity: Rare Secret
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series set Cosmic Eclipse, numbered 239, and classified as a Rare Secret card. It features no evolutions or abilities, focusing solely on its single attack, Bubble Hold.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code sm12 and card number 239. The card’s rarity as a Rare Secret and illustrator Tomomi Kaneko are key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its single attack offers a strategic effect by disabling Basic Pokémon attacks on the opponent’s next turn, which could be tactically useful in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Secret card, it should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its value and artwork integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set includes this unique Piplup card, notable for its rare secret rarity and distinctive artwork by Tomomi Kaneko. The set focuses on a variety of Pokémon with special effects and strategic attacks, with this Piplup standing out for its disruptive Bubble Hold attack.