Collector’s Guide: Gyarados (Base Set #6) Rare Holo

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Gyarados
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Magikarp)
• HP: 100
• Type: Water
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Set: Base
• Card Number: 6/102
• Legality: unknown

Gyarados is a powerful Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon known for its high HP and strong attacks. It features two attacks: Dragon Rage, dealing 50 damage, and Bubblebeam, which deals 40 damage and has a chance to paralyze the opponent. It has a Fighting-type resistance (-30) and a Grass-type weakness (×2). The card’s flavor text highlights Gyarados’s rarity and destructive rage.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the original Base Set, identified by the set code “base1” and card number 6. It is a Rare Holo variant, featuring the classic holographic foil treatment on the Pokémon image. The artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita is iconic and highly regarded among collectors.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Name: Base
• Set Code: base1
• Card Number: 6
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Legality: unknown
• Print Variants: None known for this exact printing

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the value and condition of this Rare Holo Gyarados card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or card holder.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the holographic foil and card colors.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: The original release featuring classic Pokémon cards. This Gyarados is a standout Stage 1 Water-type with strong attacks and a high HP pool, making it a sought-after card for collectors and nostalgic players alike.