Purrloin RC13/RC25
Set: Legendary Treasures
Released: Nov 6, 2013
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About Purrloin
Their cute act is a ruse. They trick people and steal their valuables just to see the looks on their faces.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #509
- Card Number RC13/RC25
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMizue
- Release Date06/11/2013
- SeriesBlack & White
- Expansion Legendary Treasures
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness - Health Points50 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2
- Resistance
Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Darkness 
Fighting ×2 
Psychic -20 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Captivate
Flip a coin. If heads, switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with the Defending Pokémon.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Purrloin gracefully floating amid glowing, mystical symbols and swirling light trails, its sly eyes gleaming as it exudes charm and mischief within an ethereal, starry purple backdrop.
Playability Overview
Purrloin's Captivate attack offers strategic disruption by forcing opponent switches, but its low HP and reliance on a coin flip limit its reliability in sustained battles.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Enigmatic ShadowsThis Purrloin exudes a mysterious charm with its sly expression and the intricate background symbols. I’d recommend placing it on a "Mischief Makers" page. The dark aesthetic and the magical elements in the art make it a perfect companion for other sneaky Pokémon like Zorua or Sableye.Additional Binder Suggestions: Dark Alley / Playful / Mystical Shadows / Cat Burglar / Trickster Tales
