Clefable (Base Set 2 #5) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Clefable from Base Set 2 is a Stage 1 Colorless-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It evolves from Clefairy and features two attacks: Metronome, which copies one of the Defending Pokémon’s attacks without energy costs or additional requirements, and Minimize, which reduces damage taken during the opponent’s next turn by 20. The card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and Psychic resistance (-30), with a retreat cost of two Colorless energies. It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and classified as a Rare Holo.

Key Printings

• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 5
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• HP: 70
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Clefairy)
• Legality: unknown

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known variants or alternate printings. It can be identified by its set code “base4” and card number 5. The card’s rarity symbol and holofoil pattern correspond to the Base Set 2 style.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Rare Holo card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or binder.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– 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: A reprint set combining cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions, featuring updated card borders and holofoil patterns. This Clefable is part of that set, maintaining the classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita with slight design updates.

Flavor Text:
“A timid Fairy Pokémon that is rarely seen. It will run and hide the moment it senses people.”

Note: Legality status for tournament play is unknown.