The Piloswine #44 card from the 2000 Neo Genesis expansion brings classic Water-type strategy to your collection.
Piloswine
2000 • Pokémon • Neo Genesis
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The Piloswine card from the Neo Genesis set, numbered 44, remains a nostalgic favorite for collectors of the original Pokémon Trading Card Game era. Released in 2000, this Uncommon card was illustrated by Ken Sugimori and serves as the Stage 1 evolution of Swinub. Designed with 80 HP, Piloswine utilizes Water-type attacks that offer strategic depth through coin-flip mechanics, allowing players to freeze opponents or deal splash damage to the bench. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Neo Genesis base set, which is highly regarded for its foundational role in the TCG's history. The card’s design reflects the early aesthetic of the franchise, making it a valuable piece for enthusiasts who appreciate the evolution of Pokémon card art and gameplay. Whether you are building a vintage collection or looking for a specific evolution stage for your deck, this product represents a key part of the Neo Genesis catalog. Its status as an Uncommon card makes it accessible for set completion while maintaining its charm as a classic Pokémon TCG staple.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Piloswine
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
80
Water
Stage 1
Swinub
Grass ×2
Lightning -30
3
221
Card Text
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Attack: Freeze (10)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't attack. (Benching or evolving the Defending Pokémon ends this effect.)
Attack: Blizzard (30)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon; if tails, this attack does 10 damage to each of your own Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Because the long hair all over its body obscures its sight, it just keeps charging repeatedly.