Time Capsule (Neo Genesis 90) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Time Capsule is a Rare card from the Neo Genesis set, numbered 90. Its nostalgic design makes it a standout for collectors seeking unique pieces from this era and a distinct entry in the set’s lineup for vintage Pokémon TCG enthusiasts.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Time Capsule
• Set: Neo Genesis (neo1)
• Card Number: 90
• Rarity: Rare
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Stage: None (Trainer card)
• Types: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This printing appears only in Neo Genesis (neo1-90). It is a rare Trainer card with no known alternate printings or reprints.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. The card is identified by its number (90), rarity (Rare), and illustrator credit, with artwork and layout consistent with Neo Genesis.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

Rules: Your opponent may choose 5 Basic Pokémon, Evolution, and/or basic Energy cards in his or her discard pile. (If your opponent doesn’t have that many, he or she chooses all or none of them.) If your opponent chooses any cards, he or she shuffles them into his or her deck. Either way, you may do the same, and you can’t play any more Trainer cards this turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store Time Capsule in a protective sleeve, away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: Time Capsule debuted as a rare Trainer card with a unique discard pile recycling effect, illustrated by “Big Mama” Tagawa, CR CG gangs. It remains a collectible piece from this early expansion with no known reprints or variants.