Espeon (Neo Discovery 1) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Espeon from the Neo Discovery set is a Rare Holo card numbered 1 with 80 HP. Its scaling Psychic attack pressures Energy-heavy opponents, and the vibrant holofoil highlights the artwork.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Eevee)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Bite: 20 damage, costs 2 Colorless Energy
• Psychic: 30+ damage, costs 2 Psychic and 1 Colorless Energy; does 30 damage plus 10 more for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon
• Flavor Text: “It uses the fine hair that covers its body to sense air currents and predict its enemy’s actions.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None known

Key Printings

The key printing is Neo Discovery card number 1, a Rare Holo with no known alternate print variants. It’s notable for its early Neo series design and Atsuko Nishida’s distinctive illustration style.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate art versions of this Espeon card. Identification relies on the set code “neo2,” card number “1,” and its Rare Holo rarity. The card’s Psychic type and Stage 1 subtype further distinguish it within the Neo Discovery set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. Based on the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value. Given its rarity and age, consider using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Discovery: Espeon appears as a Rare Holo Stage 1 evolution, emphasizing Psychic-type strategies with its “Psychic” attack that scales damage based on the opponent’s Energy attachments. This set highlights the early Neo series’ focus on evolving Eevee into powerful new forms.