Collectors Guide: Pokédex (Base Set #87)

Quick Facts

This Pokédex card is from the original Base set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, identified as card number 87. It is classified as an Uncommon rarity and features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. The card has no HP, attacks, abilities, or evolutionary stage, and it carries a retreat cost of 0. Its gameplay rule allows the player to look at up to 5 cards from the top of their deck and rearrange them in any order. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings

• Set: Base
• Card Number: 87
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. It does not have a regulation mark, and no additional subtypes or types are assigned. The card is unique in that it represents the Pokédex itself rather than a specific Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

As with all Base set cards, preserving the condition of this Pokédex card is essential for maintaining its collector value. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to preserve the artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: This card is part of the foundational Base set, which introduced many iconic cards and mechanics. The Pokédex card serves a unique utility role with its deck manipulation rule, adding strategic depth to gameplay.

Legality: unknown