Growlithe (Legendary Collection 45) – Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Growlithe from the Legendary Collection (set code: base6) is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon card with 60 HP. It features a single attack, Flare, which deals 20 damage and requires one Fire and one Colorless Energy. This card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and carries an Uncommon rarity. It has a retreat cost of 1 and a Water-type weakness (×2). The card’s flavor text highlights Growlithe’s territorial nature: “Very protective of its territory. It will bark and bite to repel intruders from its space.”

Key Printings

• Set: Legendary Collection
• Card Number: 45
• Rarity: Uncommon
• HP: 60
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Image:

Variants & Identifiers

This Growlithe card has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base6” and card number 45. The regulation mark and release date are unknown. The card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, with overall legality listed as unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Growlithe card:
– Store in a protective sleeve or 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

• Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a distinctive foil pattern. Growlithe #45 is a faithful reprint of the original Fire-type Basic Pokémon, maintaining its simple yet effective attack and iconic Ken Sugimori artwork.