Sabrina’s Gastly (Gym Challenge 96) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Sabrina’s Gastly from the Gym Challenge set is a common card numbered 96. This ghostly Pokémon has 30 HP and features the attack Fade Out. Its modest stats make it a subtle addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Attacks:
• Lick: Deals 10 damage and may Paralyze the opponent if a coin flip is heads.
• Fade Out: Deals 30 damage and returns Sabrina’s Gastly and all attached Energy cards to your hand, discarding other attached cards.

Collector Notes

• Ken Sugimori illustration and classic Gym Challenge aesthetics.
• Zero retreat cost and Fighting resistance (-30) make for easy pivoting.
• Fade Out enables a hit-and-run play pattern by bouncing Gastly and its Energy.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Gym Challenge set, card number 96, and is classified as Common rarity. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions from previous forms.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “gym2” and card number 96. The illustration by Ken Sugimori and the Psychic type symbol are also key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is still valuable to collectors who appreciate the Gym Challenge series and Ken Sugimori’s artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Challenge: This set features Gym Leader-themed cards, including Sabrina’s Gastly, which emphasizes Psychic-type strategies with unique attacks like Lick and Fade Out. The set is known for its nostalgic appeal and classic illustrations.