Collector’s Guide: Rapidash (Jungle #44)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Rapidash
• Set: Jungle (Base2)
• Card Number: 44
• Rarity: Uncommon
• HP: 70
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Ponyta)
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Water (×2)
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Stomp: Flip a coin; if heads, deals 30 damage, if tails, 20 damage.
• Agility: Flip a coin; if heads, prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Rapidash during your opponent’s next turn, dealing 30 damage.
• Flavor Text: “Very competitive, this Pokémon will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Rapidash card is from the Jungle expansion of the Base set series, identified as card number 44. It features classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and is classified as an Uncommon card. The card’s attacks emphasize both offensive damage and defensive utility, fitting Rapidash’s competitive nature described in the flavor text.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base2
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Print Variants: None reported
• Regulation Mark: None
• Market Reference Query: “Rapidash Jungle 44”

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the condition and value of this Rapidash card:

• Store in a protective sleeve to prevent surface scratches.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
• Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
• Avoid excessive handling to preserve edges and corners.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Jungle (Base2): This set expanded the original Base set with new Pokémon and introduced fan favorites like Rapidash. The Jungle Rapidash card is notable for its balanced HP and versatile attacks, making it a collectible highlight for fans of Fire-type Pokémon.

Note: The release date and detailed legality status for this card are unknown.