Misty’s Duel — Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Misty’s Duel is a common card from the Gym Heroes set, numbered 123. It captures a memorable Misty moment and adds a playful accent to any collection. The straightforward presentation reflects the classic Gym Heroes style.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: gym1-123
• Pokémon: Misty’s Duel
• Set Code: gym1
• Stage: None
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Types: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This card appears exclusively in the Gym Heroes set, identified by the set code “gym1” and card number 123. It features artwork by Ken Sugimori, a key illustrator for many classic Pokémon cards. No other printings or reprints are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. The card is easily identified by its unique gameplay rule and the absence of typical Pokémon stats and attacks. The card’s rarity is listed as common, and it does not have a regulation mark.

How to spot it

• Unique gameplay rule text in place of standard attacks
• No HP, Types, Weaknesses/Resistances, or Retreat Cost beyond the listed values
• Gym Heroes numbering: gym1-123

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Card text:
“You and your opponent play a game of Rock-Paper-Scissors. The winner shuffles his or her hand into his or her deck and draws a new hand of 5 cards. (If you don’t know how to play Rock-Paper-Scissors, flip a coin to decide who’s the winner.)”

This novelty effect makes it more of a conversation piece than a competitive option.

Care & Storage Tips

Given its common rarity but unique status, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading or warping. As it lacks typical gameplay elements, it’s best suited for display or collection rather than frequent play.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes: Misty’s Duel appears solely in this set, contributing a playful and unconventional card to the Gym Heroes lineup. Its distinct Rock-Paper-Scissors mechanic differentiates it from other cards in the set, making it a memorable collectible for fans of the series.