Collector’s Guide: Gust of Wind (Base Set 2 #120)

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Gust of Wind
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 120
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• HP: Unknown
• Type: Unknown
• Stage: None (Trainer card)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities/Attacks: This card has a single rule effect: “Choose 1 of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon and switch it with his or her Active Pokémon.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Gust of Wind appears in the Base Set 2 expansion, identified by set code base4 and card number 120. It is a common Trainer card illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. Unlike Pokémon cards, it does not have HP or attacks but provides a strategic effect useful in gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Name: Base Set 2
• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 120
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Print Variants: None documented for this printing
• Regulation Mark: None
• Release Date: Unknown

Care & Storage Tips

• As a common Trainer card, Gust of Wind is often found in playsets; preserving condition is key for collectors.
• Store in protective sleeves and keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi.
• Avoid bending or moisture exposure to maintain card integrity.
• Given the card’s age and lack of known print variants, condition is a primary factor in collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions, including Trainer cards like Gust of Wind. It is notable for its updated card backs and slight design changes. Gust of Wind retains its original effect, making it a staple Trainer card for strategic play.