Hawlucha

Description

Released in 2016 as part of the Steam Siege series, this Hawlucha trading card holds the catalog number 97. Designed as a Basic Pokémon with Colorless energy requirements, it offers a distinct strategic option for players building their decks around versatile bench maneuvers. The card is classified as Uncommon rarity, making it a common find for collectors seeking to complete the broader Steam Siege set. Hawlucha enters the field with 80 Hit Points, providing a sturdy presence on the bench. Its primary utility comes from the Sudden Cyclone ability, which activates immediately upon playing the Pokémon from your hand to the Bench. This ability allows the trainer to force the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon, disrupting their offensive rhythm before the turn even begins. This tactical advantage makes the card valuable for its disruptive potential rather than raw damage output. When it comes to offense, Hawlucha utilizes the Acrobatics attack. This move requires two Colorless energy and involves flipping two coins. The attack deals 20 damage for each heads flipped, with an additional 20 damage for each heads result, creating a variable damage output that can catch opponents off guard. With a retreat cost of only 1 Colorless energy, Hawlucha is also easy to move around the bench, allowing for flexible positioning during gameplay. Illustrated by artist miki kudo, the card captures the essence of the Pokémon with a Pokédex number of 701. The flavor text notes its aerial agility, describing how it controls its position in the air to attack from above—a maneuver noted as difficult to defend against. For collectors, this card represents a specific snapshot of the Pokémon Trading Card Game landscape from 2016, appealing to those who appreciate the strategic depth and design of the Steam Siege expansion.