Hitmonlee (Team Up 73) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hitmonlee from the Team Up set is an Uncommon card numbered 73. This fighter boasts 100 HP and features the striking attack Mega Kick. Its straightforward design captures the essence of a skilled martial artist.

Quick Facts

• HP: 100
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• No resistances or abilities
• Attacks:
• Special Combo: Can only be used if Hitmonchan used Hit and Run last turn; deals 90 damage to one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon (ignores Weakness and Resistance).
• Mega Kick: Deals 90 damage with a cost of two Fighting and one Colorless energy.
• Flavor Text: “The legs freely contract and stretch. The stretchy legs allow it to hit a distant foe with a rising kick.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series set Team Up with card number 73. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. No other print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Hitmonlee card. Identification is straightforward by set code sm9 and card number 73.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its unique attack Special Combo requires synergy with Hitmonchan’s Hit and Run attack, suggesting a combo-focused playstyle. However, no official tournament legality is confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, maintaining the card’s edges and surface is important for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Up (sm9): This set features collaborative Pokémon pairs and includes this Hitmonlee as a Basic Fighting-type with combo-oriented attacks. The set’s focus on teamwork is reflected in Hitmonlee’s synergy with Hitmonchan’s moves. Release date is unknown.