Primeape Collector’s Guide: HS Unleashed #22
Character Intro
Primeape from the HS Unleashed set is a Rare card numbered 22. It has 90 HP and features the attack Low Kick. This card captures Primeape’s fierce energy in a compact form.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS Unleashed | 22 | Rare | 90 | Sachiko Adachi |
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mankey)
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
- Flavor Text: “If approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep.”
Key Printings
Primeape in HS Unleashed is numbered 22 and features two attacks:
- Low Kick: Deals 30 damage for two Colorless Energy.
- Bebop Punch: A unique attack that targets one of your opponent’s Pokémon, flipping coins until tails appear and dealing 50 damage times the number of heads. This attack ignores Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.
Variants & Identifiers
- No known print variants for this exact Primeape.
- Set code: “hgss2”
- Card number: 22
- Rarity: Rare
- Illustrator: Sachiko Adachi
- Image: /images/hgss2/hgss2-22.jpg
Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
- Specific tournament play status is unknown.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this Primeape in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- HS Unleashed: Features Primeape as a robust Fighting-type Stage 1 with dynamic attacks and a coin-flip mechanic on Bebop Punch. The set presents a lively, aggressive style consistent with the HeartGold & SoulSilver series theme.
This Primeape is a striking addition for collectors focusing on Fighting-type Pokémon or the HS Unleashed set.
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