What set is this Skiploom card from?

This Skiploom card is from the Team Rocket Returns set, which was released in 2004.

What is Skiploom's Poké-BODY on this card?

Skiploom's Poké-BODY is Buffer, which gives it a chance to avoid being Knocked Out and remain in play with 10 HP.

What is the energy cost for Miracle Powder?

The Miracle Powder attack requires one Grass energy to use.

Who is the illustrator for this Skiploom card?

The illustrator for this Skiploom card is Kyoko Umemoto.

Does this card have any resistance?

Yes, this Skiploom card has a resistance of -30 to Water type Pokémon.

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SkiploomTeam Rocket Returns #49 Pokémon Card

Name: Skiploom — Team Rocket Returns #49
Brand: Pokémon TCG
Price: 1.24 USD
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Team Rocket Returns·#49

Skiploom is a gentle Grass/Flying type Pokémon, the second stage in the Hoppip evolution line, introduced in the second generation, symbolizing growth and natural beauty. This specific card, from the 2004 Team Rocket Returns set, is a common variant notable for its unique defensive Poké-BODY, Buffer, which can prevent a Knock Out. Here, you will find extensive Pokédex lore, a detailed breakdown of its attacks and energy costs, its weakness and resistance, and its place in Pokémon TCG history.

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Card Number: #49
Release Date: November 7, 2004
Language: EN
Set Code: rr

Skiploom is a Grass/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation II, evolving from Hoppip and into Jumpluff. It is known as the Cottonweed Pokémon, characterized by its light, fluffy body and the flower on its head, which changes color with temperature. Skiploom thrives in sunny environments, using the warmth to convert sunlight into energy, and its petals open wide on clear days to absorb more. It is often found in open fields and meadows, carried by the wind, spreading its seeds as it travels. In the anime, Skiploom often appears in episodes focusing on natural environments and the changing seasons, highlighting its connection to nature. Its gentle demeanor and reliance on sunlight make it a symbol of growth and the simple beauty of the natural world in the Pokémon universe. Its evolution, Jumpluff, is even more adept at traveling by wind, showcasing a graceful progression in its aerial abilities.