Koga’s Pidgey Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Koga’s Pidgey is a Common card from the Gym Challenge set, numbered 80. This lively Pokémon has 50 HP and features the attack Sand-attack. Its straightforward design reflects its role in the early stages of gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Koga’s Pidgey
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Set Code: gym2
• Series: Gym
• Image:

Key Printings

Printed exclusively in the Gym Challenge set under the code gym2-80. It is a Common rarity card, illustrated by Ken Sugimori, and does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for Koga’s Pidgey from the Gym Challenge set. Identification is straightforward via its set code gym2-80 and its common rarity status.

Legality & Play Notes

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

• Peck: deals 10 damage for one Colorless energy.
• Sand-attack: deals 20 damage and can potentially prevent the Defending Pokémon from attacking on the opponent’s next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is ideal for beginner collectors or those focusing on Gym Challenge sets. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to maintain the integrity of the card’s artwork and surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Challenge: Koga’s Pidgey appears as a Basic, Colorless-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. It fits well within the Gym Challenge theme, showcasing Gym Leader Koga’s team. This set is known for its focus on Gym Leaders and their Pokémon, and Koga’s Pidgey is a representative example of the set’s straightforward gameplay style.