Blaine’s Kangaskhan Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Blaine’s Kangaskhan from the Gym Heroes set is an uncommon Basic Pokémon with a sturdy 80 HP. Numbered 36, it features the dynamic attack One-Two Punch and holds a distinctive spot in the Gym Heroes lineup.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Blaine’s Kangaskhan
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Resistance: Psychic (-30)
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Attacks:
• Child’s Punch: Flip a coin; if tails, no damage. Deals 10 damage.
• One-Two Punch: Flip a coin; if heads, deals 40 damage; if tails, deals 30 damage.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Release Date: Unknown

Key Printings

This card is printed in the Gym Heroes set with the set code “gym1” and card number 36. It is an Uncommon rarity card, making it moderately accessible for collectors focusing on this set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Blaine’s Kangaskhan. The card is identified by its set code “gym1-36” and features classic Ken Sugimori artwork. The card image can be referenced at /images/gym1/gym1-36.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its coin-flip-based attacks introduce a luck factor that can influence gameplay unpredictably.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its moderate rarity and classic artwork, maintaining clean surfaces and crisp edges will help preserve collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes: Blaine’s Kangaskhan appears as a Basic Colorless Pokémon with moderate HP and coin-flip attacks, fitting the thematic style of Gym Leaders featured in this set. Its design and mechanics reflect the strategic yet chance-based gameplay typical of the era.