Collector’s Guide: Professor Oak (Base Set #88)

Quick Facts

• Name: Professor Oak
• Set: Base
• Card Number: 88
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules Text: Discard your hand, then draw 7 cards.
• HP, Abilities, Attacks: None
• Stage: None (Trainer card)
• Types, Weaknesses, Resistances: None
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Professor Oak is from the original Base Set, identified by the set code “base1” and card number 88. It features classic Ken Sugimori artwork and is classified as an Uncommon Trainer card. The card’s primary function is to refresh the player’s hand by discarding it and drawing seven new cards, a staple effect in early Pokémon TCG gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base1
• Card Number: 88
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Print Variants: None documented for this exact printing
• Regulation Mark: None
• Subtype: None
• Stage: None (Trainer card)

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this vintage Trainer card:
– Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
– Avoid excessive handling to preserve the card’s surface and corners.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: This Professor Oak card is part of the original Base Set, which introduced many foundational Trainer cards. It remains a popular collectible due to its iconic artwork and utility in early gameplay. No release date is documented for this printing.