Blaine’s Growlithe Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Blaine’s Growlithe from the Gym Challenge set is a common card numbered 62. This lively Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Body Slam. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition for collectors interested in classic Gym Challenge cards.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water (×2)
• Attacks:
• Stoke: Attach a Fire Energy from your deck to Blaine’s Growlithe.
• Body Slam: Deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the opponent on a coin flip.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Gym Challenge set as card number 62. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “gym2” and card number 62. The illustration by Ken Sugimori is a key visual identifier.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in casual or other formats is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Blaine’s Growlithe in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is still valuable to collectors focusing on the Gym Challenge set.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Challenge: Blaine’s Growlithe is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks, fitting well into early Gym-themed decks. Its inclusion in this set highlights classic Gym Leader Blaine’s Fire-type specialty.