Abra (Base Set #43) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Abra is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card from the original Base set. It has 30 HP and features a single attack, Psyshock, which deals 10 damage and has a chance to paralyze the opponent’s Pokémon. This card has no abilities, no retreat cost, and is weak to Psychic-type attacks with a ×2 multiplier. The card is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is classified as Common rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Base
• Card Number: 43
• Rarity: Common
• HP: 30
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Attack: Psyshock (Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Paralyzed)
• Stage: Basic
• Type: Psychic
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Flavor Text: “Using its ability to read minds, it will identify impending danger and teleport to safety.”

Variants & Identifiers

This Abra card has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base1” and card number 43. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Abra card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and a rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: Abra #43 is a foundational Psychic-type Basic Pokémon card featuring simple mechanics and iconic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. It represents one of the earliest printings of Abra in the Pokémon TCG, notable for its straightforward attack and low HP, reflecting the design style of the original Base set.

Legality: unknown
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