Collector’s Guide: Raticate (Legendary Collection #61)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Raticate
• Set: Legendary Collection
• Card Number: 61
• Rarity: Uncommon
• HP: 60
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Rattata)
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Raticate card is from the Legendary Collection set, known for reprinting classic Base Set cards with a unique foil pattern. It features two attacks:
– Bite: Deals 20 damage for one Colorless energy.
– Super Fang: Deals damage equal to half the Defending Pokémon’s remaining HP (rounded up to the nearest 10) for three Colorless energies.

The card has a retreat cost of 1, a weakness to Fighting (×2), and resistance to Psychic (-30). Its flavor text highlights Raticate’s whiskers used for balance.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is identified by:
– Set code: base6
– Card number: 61
– Subtype: Stage 1
– Type: Colorless
– Rarity: Uncommon

Care & Storage Tips

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

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Collection: This set reprints iconic cards from earlier sets with a distinctive foil design, appealing to collectors who want nostalgic Base Set cards in a refreshed format. Raticate #61 is a faithful reprint featuring classic artwork by Ken Sugimori.