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  • Collector’s Guide: Misty’s Poliwrath (Gym Heroes #31)

    Misty’s Poliwrath Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Misty’s Poliwrath from the Gym Heroes set is a rare card numbered 31. It features a sturdy 90 HP and the Water Ring attack, capturing the determined spirit of Misty’s powerful Poliwrath.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Heroes 31 Rare 90 Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Stage 2
    • Retreat Cost: 3
    • Weakness: Grass ×2
    • Resistance: None
    • Attack: Water Ring — Deals 30 damage to the opponent’s Active Pokémon and 10 damage to each non-Water Pokémon on both players’ Benches.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Misty’s Poliwrath appears in the Gym Heroes set, identified by card number 31. It is a rare card with no known alternate printings or reprints.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
    – Set code “gym1”
    – Card number 31
    – Ken Sugimori artwork
    – The unique Water Ring attack

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality status: unknown.
    • This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
    • Players should verify current tournament rules before including it in decks.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and age, a stable environment helps prevent damage to the surface and edges.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Heroes: This set features iconic Gym Leader Pokémon, including Misty’s Poliwrath, emphasizing Water-type strategies. The set is known for its detailed Ken Sugimori illustrations and nostalgic appeal.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Blaine’s Charmeleon (Gym Challenge #31)

    Blaine’s Charmeleon Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Blaine’s Charmeleon (Gym Challenge, #31) is an Uncommon Stage 1 Fire-type with 70 HP and the attack Fire Claws. Its bold Ken Sugimori artwork captures the intense spirit of Blaine’s team.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Challenge unknown 31 Uncommon 70 Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Fire
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Blaine’s Charmander)
    • Weakness: Water ×2
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Attacks:
    • Fire Claws: Deals 30 damage for two Fire Energy.
    • Bonfire: Flip 3 coins; for each heads, discard 1 Fire Energy attached to Blaine’s Charmeleon to deal 10 damage times the number of heads to each of your opponent’s Pokémon. This attack ignores Weakness and Resistance for damage calculation.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Gym Challenge set, card number 31. It is an Uncommon rarity card featuring classic Ken Sugimori artwork. The card’s unique identifier is gym2-31.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No known print variants exist for this card. It can be identified by its set code “gym2,” card number 31, and the distinctive Ken Sugimori illustration. The card’s image can be viewed at /images/gym2/gym2-31.jpg.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to available data.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve condition and value, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially given the detailed Ken Sugimori artwork.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Challenge: Blaine’s Charmeleon appears as a strategic Fire-type Stage 1 Pokémon with energy-discard mechanics and multi-target damage potential, fitting the gym-themed competitive playstyle of the set.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Nidoking (Legendary Collection #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Nidoking (Legendary Collection #31)

    Nidoking (Legendary Collection 31) – Collector’s Guide

    Nidoking

    Quick Facts

    Nidoking from the Legendary Collection set is a Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon card with 90 HP. It evolves from Nidorino and features two attacks: Thrash, which involves a coin flip to determine extra damage or self-inflicted damage, and Toxic, which poisons the opponent’s Pokémon with increased poison damage. The card has a retreat cost of 3 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It does not have any abilities or resistances.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Legendary Collection (set code: base6)
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Rare
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Stage 2
    • HP: 90
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This Nidoking printing has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “base6” and card number “31”. The card’s flavor text reads:
    “Uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break its prey’s bones.”

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this rare card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
    – Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
    – Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with updated artwork and foiling. Nidoking’s inclusion as a Grass-type Stage 2 with strong attacks like Thrash and Toxic makes it a notable collectible from this series.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 31 Rare 90 Ken Sugimori

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    Nidoking (Legendary Collection) #31

  • Collector’s Guide: Dark Weezing (Team Rocket #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Weezing (Team Rocket #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Weezing (Team Rocket #31)

    Dark Weezing

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Dark Weezing
    • Set: Team Rocket (Base)
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Rare
    • HP: 60
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Koffing)
    • Illustrator: Shin-ichi Yoshida
    • Legality: unknown

    Dark Weezing features two attacks: Mass Explosion, which deals damage based on the number of Koffings, Weezings, and Dark Weezings in play and also damages those Pokémon, and Stun Gas, which can Poison or Paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

    Key Printings

    This guide focuses on the exact printing from the Team Rocket base set, card number 31. This is the only known printing with these specific attributes and artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • No alternate print variants are known for this card.
    • Identifiers include the set code base5, card number 31, and the rarity symbol indicating Rare.
    • The card is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a retreat cost of 1 and a Psychic weakness (×2).
    • Flavor text: “Researchers have observed these Pokémon reproducing in industrial waste sites.”
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Team Rocket 31 Rare 60 Shin-ichi Yoshida

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store the card in a protective sleeve to preserve the artwork and prevent edge wear.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to avoid fading and warping.
    • Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection.
    • Handle with clean hands to prevent oils or dirt from damaging the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Team Rocket (Base): This set introduced Dark Pokémon cards, including Dark Weezing, which adds a thematic twist with its Grass typing and unique attacks. The set is notable for its darker artwork and gameplay mechanics focusing on disruption and poison effects.

    This Dark Weezing card remains a sought-after piece for collectors interested in the Team Rocket era and Dark Pokémon theme. Its unique attacks and classic illustration make it a standout in the base set lineup.

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    Dark Weezing (Team Rocket) #31

  • Collector’s Guide: Venomoth (Base Set 2 #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Venomoth (Base Set 2 #31)

    Venomoth (Base Set 2 #31) Collector’s Guide

    Venomoth Base Set 2 #31

    Quick Facts

    Venomoth from Base Set 2 is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It evolves from Venonat and features the Pokémon Power ability Shift, allowing it to change its type to that of any other Pokémon in play (except Colorless) once per turn, unless affected by a special condition. Its attack, Venom Powder, deals 10 damage and can confuse and poison the opponent’s active Pokémon on a successful coin flip. The card has a Fighting resistance (-30), a Fire weakness (×2), and no retreat cost.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Base Set 2
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Rare
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • HP: 70
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Venonat)
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base4, card number 31, and the rarity symbol indicating Rare. The card’s unique ability and attack text, along with its illustrator credit to Ken Sugimori, help confirm authenticity.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Venomoth card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
    – Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
    – Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set 2: This reprint set includes Venomoth with its distinctive Shift ability, offering strategic type flexibility. The card maintains the classic Ken Sugimori artwork and is a sought-after Rare for collectors focusing on Stage 1 Pokémon from early expansions.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base Set 2 31 Rare 70 Ken Sugimori

    Flavor Text:
    “The dust-like scales covering its wings are color coded to indicate the kinds of poison it has.”

    Market Reference Query: Venomoth Base Set 2 31

    Legality: unknown

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    Venomoth (Base Set 2) #31

  • Collector’s Guide: Arbok (Fossil #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Arbok (Fossil #31)

    Arbok (Fossil 31) Collector’s Guide

    Arbok Fossil 31

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Arbok
    • Set: Fossil
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Uncommon
    • HP: 60
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Ekans)
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Psychic (×2)
    • Resistances: None
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Arbok is from the Fossil set, identified by the set code “base3.” It features two attacks:
    – Terror Strike: Deals 10 damage and may force the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched one if a coin flip is heads.
    – Poison Fang: Deals 20 damage and poisons the Defending Pokémon.

    The card has no abilities and no special rules beyond the attack texts.

    Variants & Identifiers

    This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by:
    – Set name: Fossil
    – Card number: 31
    – Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    – Type: Grass
    – Stage: Stage 1

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this uncommon Fossil Arbok card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or binder.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork and text.
    – Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
    – Handle by edges to prevent fingerprints and surface wear.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Fossil: This set introduced several Pokémon from the Fossil era, including Arbok as a Stage 1 Grass-type. The set is known for its unique typings and nostalgic appeal. This Arbok card fits the theme with its Grass type and classic Ken Sugimori illustration.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Fossil 31 Uncommon 60 Ken Sugimori

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    Arbok (Fossil) #31

  • Collector’s Guide: Vileplume (Jungle #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Vileplume (Jungle #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Vileplume (Jungle #31)

    Vileplume Jungle 31

    Quick Facts

    Vileplume from the Jungle set (#31) is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It evolves from Gloom and features the Pokémon Power Heal, allowing you to flip a coin once per turn to potentially remove 1 damage counter from one of your Pokémon, provided Vileplume is not Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. Its attack, Petal Dance, costs three Grass Energy and deals 40 damage times the number of heads flipped from three coins, but leaves Vileplume Confused afterward. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi and classified as Rare.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Jungle
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Rare
    • Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
    • HP: 80
    • Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Gloom)
    • Type: Grass
    • Legal Status: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base2 and number 31 within the Jungle expansion. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality in formats is unknown.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Jungle Vileplume:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and a rigid top-loader or binder.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork.
    – Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
    – Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Jungle Set: Released as one of the first expansions after Base Set, Jungle introduced many iconic Grass-type Pokémon including Vileplume. This card is notable for its healing ability and variable damage attack, reflecting the strategic depth of early Pokémon TCG gameplay.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Jungle 31 Rare 80 Keiji Kinebuchi

    Legality: unknown
    Image URL: /images/base2/base2-31.jpg

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    Vileplume (Jungle) #31

  • Collector’s Guide: Jynx (Base Set #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Jynx (Base Set #31)

    Collector’s Guide: Jynx (Base Set #31)

    Jynx Base 31

    Quick Facts

    Jynx from the Base Set is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It features two attacks: Doubleslap, which requires one Psychic Energy and deals 10 damage times the number of heads from flipping two coins, and Meditate, which costs two Psychic and one Colorless Energy and deals 20 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It has no abilities or resistances.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Base
    • Card Number: 31
    • Rarity: Uncommon
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Stage: Basic
    • Type: Psychic
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base1 and card number 31. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base 31 Uncommon 70 Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Base Set Jynx card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider using a top-loader or a graded case for long-term storage.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set: This Jynx card is part of the original Base Set, notable for its classic Ken Sugimori artwork and straightforward Psychic-type attacks. It reflects the early design and mechanics of the Pokémon TCG, making it a nostalgic piece for collectors.

    This Jynx card remains a collectible piece from the foundational era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, valued for its iconic art and gameplay simplicity.

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    Jynx (Base Set) #31