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Petilil card art from Extradimensional Crisis set

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Overview

Petilil is a Grass-type Pokémon card representing a basic stage in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) lineage associated with the Extradimensional Crisis set. The card embodies the botanical, herbaceous aesthetic typical of Grass-type Pokémon and serves as a compact, early-game option for players seeking to establish a Grass-based deck strategy. With a modest 60 hit points (HP) and a single Grass-energy attack, Petilil functions as a foundational pivot for evolving into more powerful Grass-type attackers, most notably Lilligant, as part of its evolution line.

Card Information

Category: Pokémon
Name: Petilil
Set: Extradimensional Crisis (A3a)
Card Number: A3a-001
Rarity: One Diamond
Illustrator: sui
HP: 60
Type: Grass
Stage: Basic
Evolution: Evolves into Lilligant
Attacks: Seed Bomb — Costs: Grass Energy; Damage: 20
Weakness: Fire +20
Retreat: 1
Variants: Normal, Reverse, Holo
Legal: Standard: Not legal; Expanded: Not legal
Last Updated: 2025-05-29
Flavor Text: "The leaves on its head grow right back even if they fall out. These bitter leaves refresh those who eat them."

Gameplay and Strategy

As a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a modest HP pool, Petilil occupies the role of an entry-stage Pokémon in a Grass-centric deck. Its single attack, Seed Bomb, requires one Grass energy and deals 20 damage, providing a predictable, early-game source of offense while the player sets up a more threatening board state. In typical play patterns, Petilil is used to accelerate into its evolved form, Lilligant, which usually offers stronger attacks and better overall utility in most formats. The card’s low retreat cost (1) makes it a flexible option for rapid cycling with Factor- or Tool-based support that helps reposition weak Basic Pokémon as needed. Key strategic considerations for Petilil include: - Early-game stall or tempo play: By investing a Grass energy for Seed Bomb, players can pressure the opponent while setting up the subsequent evolution into Lilligant. - Evolution timing: Since Petilil is the base of its line, timing the evolution is critical. Lilligant typically provides more impactful attacks and abilities, so stabilization on the bench and energy acceleration can maximize the value of the evolutionary stage. - Grass-type synergies: Pairing Petilil with Grass support Pokémon, Draw engines, and Energy acceleration cards helps maximize consistency for evolving into stronger attackers as the game progresses. - Vulnerability window: Fire-type weakness (+20) makes Petilil susceptible to faster Fire-based decks, which may rely on quick, high-damage attacks. Protective or repair options can mitigate this risk in constructed formats. While the Extradimensional Crisis set includes variations such as holo and reverse holo, the core functional differences for Petilil remain rooted in its basic stats and the evolution pathway. Collectors and players often evaluate the card for its role in the Lilligant line and its place within Grass-type archetypes, rather than as a standalone power-house combatant.

Collector and Market Information

The card’s rarity is denoted as One Diamond, a designation used within the Extradimensional Crisis set to indicate its collectible value and distribution rarity. The set itself is identified as A3a with a total official card count of 69 and a full set size of 103 cards, reflecting the broader expansion’s scope. Petilil’s print variants include normal, reverse, and holo versions, with first edition and promotional (wPromo) variants not present in this particular card entry.

Market data for this card, including current pricing on CardMarket or TCGPlayer, is not listed within the provided card data. As with many niche or less widely distributed prints, market availability can vary by region and format rotation. Collectors commonly track these cards by set completion status, variant desirability (holo and reverse holo versions often commanding higher interest), and the evolving lexicon of card pricing in secondary markets. When evaluating Petilil for a collection, collectors may consider the card’s condition (mint, near mint, or played), printing variations, and the specific insertions of holo or reverse holo within a given print run.

Art and Lore

Illustrated by sui, the Petilil card presents a botanical aesthetic consistent with Grass-type Pokémon. The art typically emphasizes the leafy crown of the Petilil character, capturing the gentle and naturalistic design associated with the species. The Extradimensional Crisis set’s overarching theme—while fictional in this context—often explores alternate or dimensional storytelling within the Pokémon TCG universe, providing a narrative backdrop for the card’s illustrated world. Flavor text on the card speaks to Petilil’s resilient growth and the nourishing properties of its leaves, reinforcing the in-game identity of this Pokémon as a healer of sorts, even in a compact, early-game card format.

In the broader Pokémon lore, Petilil is a Gen V Grass-type Pokémon that evolves into Lilligant. This evolution line is widely recognized for its graceful, flower-themed design and its representation of botanical vitality, which aligns with the card’s Grass typing and its flavor text about refreshing leaves. The illustrator’s approach, combined with the set’s stylistic choices, contributes to a cohesive artistic interpretation within this expansion’s frame.

Trivia

Petilil is capable of evolving into Lilligant in both the Pokémon TCG and core Pokémon video games, forming a standard evolution line within Grass-type strategies.
The card’s rarity, One Diamond, reflects a distribution tier within the Extradimensional Crisis set, influencing collectible value and potential future reprints or variants.
Flavor text emphasizes the regenerative leaves and their refreshing properties, tying into the Grass-type identity and Petilil’s naturalistic theme.
The card’s legality status indicates it is not currently legal in Standard or Expanded formats, suggesting a niche or special-release status within this particular set’s lifecycle.
Artwork by sui contributes to the visual language of the Extradimensional Crisis set, with holo, reverse, and normal variants offering distinct collectible appeal.

References and External Links

For additional context on the product page and related content, refer to the product resource page and the five article links listed below. These references provide broader background on gaming, deck-building strategies, and related TCG discussions that intersect with the Pokémon TCG hobby.

Petilil — Pokémon TCG

📘 Petilil — Pokémon TCG