Gimmighoul Collector’s Guide: Paradox Rift Illustration Rare

Character Intro

Gimmighoul from the Paradox Rift set is a striking Illustration Rare, card number 198. With 70 HP and the attack Continuous Coin Toss, it brings a distinctive design and a playful, high-variance damage mechanic to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Attack: Continuous Coin Toss (Flip a coin until tails; 20 damage per heads)
• Flavor Text: “This Pokémon was born inside a treasure chest about 1,500 years ago. It sucks the life-force out of scoundrels who try to steal the treasure.”
• Illustrator: Akira Komayama
• Regulation Mark: G
• Image URL: /images/sv4/sv4-198.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Paradox Rift set as card number 198. It is an Illustration Rare, making it a visually distinct and collectible version of Gimmighoul. No other printings or alternate artworks are noted for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “sv4-198” and the regulation mark “G.” The card’s unique attack, Continuous Coin Toss, and its Psychic typing further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique attack mechanic involves flipping coins repeatedly, which can lead to variable damage output. No abilities or special rules are present.

Care & Storage Tips

As an Illustration Rare, this card benefits from careful handling to preserve its artwork and condition. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain its vibrant illustration by Akira Komayama.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Paradox Rift (sv4): Introduced Gimmighoul as a Basic Psychic-type with a unique coin-flip attack and a rich flavor text tying it to ancient treasure lore. This set features the Illustration Rare variant, prized for its detailed artwork and collectible appeal.

For collectors seeking a visually captivating and lore-rich Psychic-type Pokémon, this Gimmighoul card from Paradox Rift offers a compelling addition, despite its unknown competitive legality.