Blaine’s Growlithe Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Blaine’s Growlithe is a Common Pokémon card from the Gym Heroes set, numbered 62. Featuring 50 HP and the attack Blaze, it captures the fiery spirit of Growlithe. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition for collectors focusing on Gym Heroes.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attack: Blaze (20 damage; also deals 10 damage to each Grass Pokémon on opponent’s Bench)
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

The key printing of Blaine’s Growlithe is from the Gym Heroes set, card number 62. It is a common rarity card and does not have any known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “gym1” and number 62. The illustrator Atsuko Nishida is a notable identifier for collectors.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited due to its low HP and single attack, but it holds nostalgic and collector value.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and card condition, store Blaine’s Growlithe in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes: Blaine’s Growlithe appears as a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with a unique attack that targets Grass-type Benched Pokémon, reflecting its thematic role in the set. The card is a common staple with classic artwork by Atsuko Nishida.