Paras Collector’s Guide: HeartGold SoulSilver #76

Character Intro

Paras is a Common Basic Grass-type Pokémon from the HeartGold SoulSilver set (card #76) with 50 HP. Featuring the straightforward attacks Scratch and Double-edge Claw, it’s a simple, accessible addition for collectors and casual players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Scratch (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Double-edge Claw (30 damage, costs 1 Grass + 1 Colorless; Paras does 10 damage to itself)
• Flavor Text: “As its body grows large, large mushrooms named tochukaso start sprouting out of its back.”
• Illustrator: Midori Harada
• Card Number: 76
• Set Code: hgss1
• Rarity: Common
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Key Printings

This Paras card appears exclusively in HeartGold SoulSilver (set code hgss1) as card number 76. It is a Common rarity Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions printed on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Paras. Key identifiers include the illustrator Midori Harada, the HeartGold SoulSilver series logo, and the card number 76. Its retreat cost of 1 and Fire ×2 weakness align with its Grass typing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown based on the provided data. This card is not listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats here. Players should verify current tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. As a Common, it’s ideal for casual collections or HeartGold SoulSilver set completion. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver (hgss1): Features Paras as a Basic Grass-type with straightforward attacks and 50 HP. Its simple design and common rarity make it an accessible, nostalgic pickup.