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  • Collector’s Guide: Brock’s Mankey (Gym Heroes #68)

    Brock’s Mankey Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Brock’s Mankey from the Gym Heroes set is a common card numbered 68. This lively Pokémon has 40 HP and features the attacks Fidget and Karate Chop. Its straightforward design and Ken Sugimori artwork make it a classic addition for collectors.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Heroes 68 Common 40 Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Fighting
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 0
    • Weakness: Psychic ×2
    • Attacks:
    • Fidget: Shuffle your deck (cost: 1 Colorless)
    • Karate Chop: Does 40 damage minus 10 for each damage counter on Brock’s Mankey (cost: 1 Fighting, 1 Colorless)
    • Abilities: None
    • Flavor Text: Unknown
    • Regulation Mark: None

    Key Printings

    The key printing of Brock’s Mankey is from the Gym Heroes set, identified by card number 68. It’s notable for clean Ken Sugimori artwork and a straightforward Fighting-type design. No other print variants are documented for this card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants or alternate versions of Brock’s Mankey from Gym Heroes. The card can be identified by its set code “gym1” and its common rarity status. The card image can be referenced at: /images/gym1/gym1-68.jpg.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

    Its gameplay impact is limited by its low HP and simple attacks, making it more of a collector’s item than a competitive choice.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the vivid Ken Sugimori illustration and maintain the card’s condition, store Brock’s Mankey in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to keep its common rarity value intact.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Heroes: Brock’s Mankey appears as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with simple but thematic attacks. It fits well within the Gym Heroes’ focus on Gym Leader-themed Pokémon, offering collectors a glimpse into Brock’s team with classic artwork and straightforward mechanics.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Fearow (Gym Heroes #7)

    Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Fearow (Gym Heroes #7)

    Lt. Surge’s Fearow Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Lt. Surge’s Fearow is a Rare Holo card numbered 7 in the Gym Heroes set. This energetic Pokémon has 70 HP and features the attack Clutch. Its vivid design captures Fearow’s swift, fierce nature in battle.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Heroes 7 Rare Holo 70 Ken Sugimori
    • Pokémon: Lt. Surge’s Fearow
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Lt. Surge’s Spearow)
    • Type: Colorless
    • HP: 70
    • Attacks:
    • Repeating Drill: Flip 5 coins; does 10 damage times the number of heads.
    • Clutch: Deals 30 damage and prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn.
    • Weakness: Lightning (×2)
    • Resistance: Fighting (-30)
    • Retreat Cost: 0
    • Rarity: Rare Holo
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Set: Gym Heroes (gym1)
    • Card Number: 7

    Key Printings

    The key printing of Lt. Surge’s Fearow is from the Gym Heroes set, identified by the set code gym1 and card number 7. This Rare Holo card is notable for its holofoil treatment and classic Ken Sugimori artwork, making it a desirable piece for collectors focusing on Gym Leader-themed cards.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. You can identify it by:
    – Its holofoil rarity
    – The absence of a regulation mark
    – Its unique attacks “Repeating Drill” and “Clutch”
    – A retreat cost of zero
    – Fighting resistance

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
    • Its playability in current tournament settings is therefore uncertain.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the holofoil surface and maintain condition, store Lt. Surge’s Fearow in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for long-term storage.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Heroes: A Gym Leader-themed set where Lt. Surge’s Fearow stands out as a Rare Holo Stage 1 Pokémon. Its blend of coin-flip damage and control effects reflects the set’s strategic depth, while the classic Ken Sugimori art adds nostalgic appeal.

    Lt. Surge's Fearow

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    Lt. Surge's Fearow (Gym Heroes) #7