Giovanni’s Meowth Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Giovanni’s Meowth from the Gym Challenge set is an uncommon card numbered 43. This lively Pokémon has 40 HP and features the attack Double Scratch. Its straightforward design makes it a distinctive addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-30)
• Attacks:
• False Charity: Flip a coin; if heads, look at the top card of your opponent’s deck. If it’s a Trainer card, discard it; otherwise, add it to their hand.
• Double Scratch: Flip 2 coins; this attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Giovanni’s Meowth appears in the Gym Challenge set, identified by the set code “gym2” and card number 43. It is an uncommon card with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its unique attacks “False Charity” and “Double Scratch,” the illustrator Atsuko Nishida, and its placement as card 43 in the Gym Challenge set. The card’s image can be viewed at: /images/gym2/gym2-43.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify current tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and vintage status, maintaining its edges and surface is crucial for retaining collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Challenge: Giovanni’s Meowth stands out as a tactical Basic Pokémon with disruptive and damage-dealing attacks. Its modest HP and unique abilities make it a memorable part of this gym-themed set.