Collector’s Guide: Primeape (Jungle 43)

Quick Facts

Primeape is a Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Jungle expansion of the Base series. It has 70 HP and is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. This card evolves from Mankey and features two attacks: Fury Swipes, which deals 20 damage times the number of heads flipped on 3 coins, and Tantrum, which deals 50 damage but may confuse Primeape if a coin flip results in tails. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It is classified as an Uncommon rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Jungle (Base series)
• Card Number: 43
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• HP: 70
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mankey)
• Attacks: Fury Swipes and Tantrum

Variants & Identifiers

This printing does not have any known variants. It can be identified by the set code “base2,” card number 43, and the Jungle expansion symbol. The card’s Fighting type, Stage 1 subtype, and the unique artwork by Kagemaru Himeno further distinguish it.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Primeape card:
– Store it in a protective sleeve or top loader.
– Keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– 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

• Jungle (Base series): This set introduced many fan-favorite Pokémon and expanded the Base set’s roster. Primeape #43 is a solid Fighting-type Stage 1 card with versatile coin-flip-based attacks, reflecting the aggressive and tenacious nature described in its flavor text.

Legality

• Standard: unknown
• Expanded: unknown
• Unlimited: unknown

This card’s current tournament legality status is unknown.

This guide covers the exact Jungle printing of Primeape (#43) and provides essential information for collectors and players alike.