Brilliant Stars·#9·2022
Burmy, the Bagworm Pokémon, is a fascinating Bug-type creature introduced in Generation IV, renowned for its unique ability to change its cloak based on its environment and its distinct gender-based evolution into Mothim or Wormadam. This specific card, number 009/172 from the 2022 Brilliant Stars set, is a common non-holo variant, notable for its charming artwork that showcases all three of Burmy's cloak forms.
Read more ↓Burmy is a unique Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV, making its debut in the Sinnoh region with Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. Known as the Bagworm Pokémon, Burmy is distinctive for its ability to change its cloak depending on its immediate environment. There are three forms: Plant Cloak, Sandy Cloak, and Trash Cloak. The Plant Cloak is made from leaves and twigs, often seen in grassy areas. The Sandy Cloak is composed of sand and soil, found in deserts or caves, while the Trash Cloak is fashioned from various debris, common in urban settings. This adaptation is crucial for its survival, providing camouflage and protection. Burmy is a purely herbivorous Pokémon, primarily feeding on plant matter, though the exact diet can vary slightly based on the materials making up its cloak. Its behavior is largely defensive; when threatened, it will hide within its cloak. The evolution of Burmy is also noteworthy: male Burmy evolve into Mothim, a Bug/Flying type, while female Burmy evolve into Wormadam, whose secondary typing (Grass, Ground, or Steel) corresponds to the cloak Burmy was wearing when it evolved. This unique evolutionary path and adaptive cloaks make Burmy a fascinating subject in the Pokémon world, highlighting themes of environmental adaptation and gender-based evolution. It plays a minor role in the games as an early-game Bug-type, but its evolutionary mechanics add depth.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
