Mienshao (Paradox Rift 97) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Mienshao is an Uncommon card from the Paradox Rift set, numbered 97. It features 100 HP and a single attack called Whip Expert. This agile Pokémon offers a straightforward but dynamic option for players and collectors alike.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sv4-97
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mienfoo)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: Delivered at blinding speeds, kicks from this Pokémon can shatter massive boulders into tiny pieces.
• Image:

Key Printings

• Printed exclusively in the Paradox Rift set (sv4), numbered 97, and classified as Uncommon rarity.
• It features two attacks:
• “Three-Step Strike,” which deals 20 damage per heads flipped on three coins.
• “Whip Expert,” which does 50 damage plus an additional 70 if a Pokémon Tool card was attached this turn.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward through its set code (sv4), card number (97), and illustrator (Mousho). The regulation mark “G” helps place it within the Scarlet & Violet series timeline.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Players should verify current tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this Mienshao card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, it is advisable to keep it in a binder or top-loader for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): This set includes Mienshao as a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with unique coin-flip and tool-attachment-based attacks. The set focuses on dynamic battle mechanics and vivid illustrations, with Mienshao standing out for its speed-themed flavor text and solid HP.