Wigglytuff Collector’s Guide: HeartGold SoulSilver #56

Character Intro

Wigglytuff from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is an uncommon Colorless Stage 1 Pokémon with 90 HP. It is card number 56 in the set and features the attacks listed below, highlighted by Expand’s defensive effect.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Jigglypuff)
• HP: 90
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Double Slap: Flip 2 coins; does 40 damage per heads.
• Expand: Deals 50 damage and reduces damage taken by 10 during opponent’s next turn.
• Flavor Text: “It has a very fine fur. Take care not to make it angry, or it may inflate steadily and hit with a Body Slam.”
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, card number 56. It is an uncommon rarity card featuring Wigglytuff with no special abilities but two versatile attacks that balance damage output and defense.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “hgss1” and the card number 56. The illustrator Atsuko Nishida’s signature style is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited by this status.

Care & Storage Tips

Store this Wigglytuff in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain its collectible condition and preserve the artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: Wigglytuff appears as a reliable Stage 1 Colorless Pokémon with moderate HP and a defensive attack that reduces incoming damage, reflecting its lore of inflating to protect itself.