Flashfire·#60·2014
Forretress, the Bagworm Pokémon, is a sturdy Bug/Steel-type first introduced in Generation II, evolving from Pineco and known for its formidable shell and defensive capabilities in both games and anime. This specific card from the 2014 Flashfire set, a common rarity, features unique artwork and an ability that affects the opponent's board upon evolution. Here, you will discover Forretress's Pokédex lore, the card's precise attacks, energy costs, and effects, along with its weakness, resistance, and retreat cost, providing a comprehensive look at its card mechanics and edition history.
Read more ↓Forretress, the Bagworm Pokémon, is a dual Bug/Steel-type introduced in Generation II with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver. It evolves from Pineco starting at level 31. Forretress is known for its heavily armored, spherical body, which is covered in steel plating and resembles a pine cone or a large, spike-covered bagworm. Its natural habitat includes forests and mountainous regions, where it often attaches itself to tree trunks, patiently waiting for prey. Forretress is a sedentary Pokémon, relying on its formidable defenses to protect itself from predators. Its diet primarily consists of tree sap and small insects, which it captures using the sticky threads it can extend from its body. In the games, Forretress is valued for its high Defense stat and access to entry hazards like Spikes and Stealth Rock, making it a formidable defensive pivot. In the anime, it is notably featured as Brock's Pokémon, evolving from his Pineco and showcasing its powerful defensive capabilities and explosive attacks. Its unique design and robust nature have made it a recognizable figure within the Pokémon universe, representing resilience and strategic defense. Forretress's Bug/Steel typing gives it a strong defensive profile, resisting many common types, though it is famously vulnerable to Fire-type attacks.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
