Tyrogue (HeartGold SoulSilver #33) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Tyrogue from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a rare Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 30 HP. It features the Poké-Body Sweet Sleeping Face and the attack Mischievous Punch. This card is numbered 33 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed
• Regulation Mark: None
• Flavor Text: “Even though it is small, it can’t be ignored because it will slug any handy target without warning.”

Key Printings

This exact printing of Tyrogue appears in the HeartGold SoulSilver set, identified by the code hgss1-33. It is a rare card with no known alternate printings or promotional versions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its rarity (Rare), Fighting type, and the unique Poké-Body ability Sweet Sleeping Face, which prevents damage while Tyrogue is Asleep. The attack Mischievous Punch deals 30 damage and causes Tyrogue to fall Asleep, unaffected by Weakness or Resistance.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

As a rare card illustrated by Ken Sugimori, preserving the card’s condition is important for collectors. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain its vibrant artwork and structural integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: This set includes Tyrogue as a rare Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a unique sleep-related ability and a straightforward attack. It fits well into collections focusing on early-stage Fighting Pokémon or Ken Sugimori artwork.