
Lost Thunder·#15·2018
Pineco, the Bagworm Pokémon, is a charming Bug-type creature from Generation II, renowned for its pinecone-like camouflage and its evolutionary line leading to Forretress. This specific card from the 2018 Lost Thunder set is a common rarity, standing out with its simple yet effective coin-flip attack and delightful artwork. Here, visitors will discover Pineco's Pokédex lore, the card's exact attacks with energy costs, its weakness, and its place in TCG history.
Read more ↓Pineco, the Bagworm Pokémon, is a Bug-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver. Known for its distinctive pinecone-like appearance, Pineco spends most of its life camouflaged, hanging from tree branches. Its diet primarily consists of tree sap, which it extracts by boring into trunks. Pineco's behavior is characterized by its explosive self-destruct mechanism; if disturbed, it will detonate, though this rarely causes significant harm to its surroundings. It evolves into Forretress when traded while holding a Metal Coat. In the games, Pineco is often found in forests and wooded areas, reflecting its arboreal lifestyle. In the anime, it made notable appearances alongside Brock, who caught one in the Johto region. Its unique design and simple yet effective camouflage strategy make it a memorable early-game Bug-type. Pineco's role in the Pokémon world often highlights themes of nature's defenses and the unexpected power found in seemingly harmless creatures.
Last updated: April 11, 2026