Collector’s Guide: Mr. Mime (Base Set 2 #27)

Quick Facts

This Mr. Mime card is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon from the Base Set 2 series. It has 40 HP and features the Pokémon Power Invisible Wall, which prevents damage of 30 or more from attacks while Mr. Mime is not Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. Its attack, Meditate, deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon. The card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is classified as Rare.

• HP: 40
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

• Base Set 2 #27: The only known printing of this Mr. Mime card is from the Base Set 2 series, identified by the set code “base4” and card number 27. This printing is notable for its unique Pokémon Power “Invisible Wall,” which provides defensive utility uncommon in early sets.

Variants & Identifiers

• No alternate print variants are documented for this card.
• The card has no regulation mark.
• It does not evolve from any other Pokémon.
• The card’s flavor text reads: “If interrupted while miming, it will slap around the enemy with its broad hands.”

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this rare card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or card saver.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the illustration by Ken Sugimori.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle by the edges to prevent fingerprints and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

Base Set 2

This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions with updated card frames and numbering. Mr. Mime #27 stands out for its defensive Pokémon Power and moderate HP, making it a collectible piece for fans of early Psychic-type Pokémon. The set itself is known for its nostalgic value and is a popular target for collectors seeking to complete their Base Set 2 collections.