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  • Collector’s Guide: Pidgey (Legendary Collection #85)

    Collector’s Guide: Pidgey (Legendary Collection #85)

    Collector’s Guide: Pidgey (Legendary Collection #85)

    Pidgey

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Pidgey
    • HP: 40
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Set: Legendary Collection (set code: base6)
    • Card Number: 85
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Pidgey card is from the Legendary Collection, a set known for reprinting classic cards with a distinctive foil pattern. It features a single attack, Whirlwind, which deals 10 damage and forces the opponent to switch their Defending Pokémon with a Benched Pokémon, if available. The card has a Fighting resistance (-30) and a Lightning weakness (×2), with a retreat cost of 1 Colorless energy.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • This printing has no known alternate print variants.
    • The card is identified by its set code base6 and number 85.
    • It is a Basic Pokémon with no evolutions from previous cards.
    • The card’s flavor text reads:
      “A common sight in forests and woods. It flaps its wings at ground level to kick up blinding sand.”

    Care & Storage Tips

    • As a common card from a popular reprint set, preserving the card’s condition is key to maintaining collector value.
    • Store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
    • Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures to maintain card integrity.
    • Use a top loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set revisits classic cards with unique foil treatments and nostalgic artwork by Ken Sugimori. Pidgey #85 is a straightforward Basic Pokémon card, valued for its simplicity and iconic status within the set.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 85 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

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    Pidgey (Legendary Collection) #85

  • Collector’s Guide: Pikachu (Legendary Collection #86)

    Collector’s Guide: Pikachu (Legendary Collection #86)

    Collector’s Guide: Pikachu (Legendary Collection #86)

    Pikachu

    Quick Facts

    This Pikachu card is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon from the Legendary Collection set, numbered 86. It has 50 HP and features the attack Spark, which deals 20 damage and can also hit one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 10 damage. The card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of 1. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Common rarity.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Legendary Collection (base6)
    • Card Number: 86
    • Rarity: Common
    • HP: 50
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Attack: Spark (Lightning, Lightning) – 20 damage plus 10 damage to one Benched Pokémon if applicable
    • Flavor Text: “When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity can build and cause lightning storms.”

    Variants & Identifiers

    This specific printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base6” and the card number 86. The card’s legality status is unknown.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 86 Common 50 Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Pikachu 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 card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set revisits classic cards with updated artwork and reprints. Pikachu #86 is a faithful reprint of the iconic Basic Lightning-type Pokémon, maintaining its simple yet effective attack and nostalgic flavor text.

    Legality: unknown
    Image URL: /images/base6/base6-86.jpg

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    Pikachu (Legendary Collection) #86

  • Collector’s Guide: Nidoran ♂ (Legendary Collection #83)

    Collector’s Guide: Nidoran ♂ (Legendary Collection #83)

    Collector’s Guide: Nidoran ♂ – Legendary Collection #83

    Quick Facts

    Nidoran ♂ from the Legendary Collection (#83) is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features a single attack, Horn Hazard, which requires one Grass Energy and deals 30 damage if a coin flip results in heads; otherwise, the attack does nothing. This card has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It has no abilities or resistances. The flavor text reads: “Stiffens its ears to sense danger. The larger, more powerful of its horns secretes venom.” Illustrated by Ken Sugimori, this card is classified as Common.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Legendary Collection
    • Card Number: 83
    • Rarity: Common
    • HP: 40
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base6 and card number 83. The card is part of the “other” series category within the Pokémon TCG.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 83 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Nidoran ♂ card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent surface scratches.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork and text.
    – Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
    – Handle by the edges to minimize fingerprints and oils on the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a distinctive foil pattern. Nidoran ♂ #83 is a straightforward Basic Pokémon card with a simple but risky attack mechanic, reflecting the original gameplay style. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, and its current tournament legality is unknown.

    Nidoran ♂ - Legendary Collection #83

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    Nidoran ♂ (Legendary Collection) #83

  • Collector’s Guide: Ponyta (Legendary Collection #87)

    Collector’s Guide: Ponyta (Legendary Collection #87)

    Ponyta (Base6-87) Collector’s Guide

    Ponyta

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Ponyta
    • Set: Legendary Collection (base6)
    • Card Number: 87
    • Rarity: Common
    • HP: 40
    • Type: Fire
    • Stage: Basic
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Ponyta card from the Legendary Collection features two attacks: Smash Kick, dealing 20 damage for two Colorless energies, and Flame Tail, dealing 30 damage for two Fire energies. It has a retreat cost of 1 and a Water-type weakness (×2). The card’s flavor text highlights Ponyta’s hooves being “10 times harder than diamonds,” emphasizing its strength and speed.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • No known print variants exist for this exact printing.
    • The card is identified by the set code base6 and number 87.
    • It does not evolve from any other Pokémon.
    • No abilities or special rules are present on this card.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 87 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition of this Ponyta card:
    – Store it in a protective sleeve to prevent scratches.
    – Keep it away from direct sunlight to avoid fading.
    – Maintain a stable, low-humidity environment to prevent warping.
    – Avoid excessive handling to preserve edges and surface gloss.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a distinctive foil pattern. Ponyta #87 is a straightforward Basic Fire-type with simple but effective attacks, reflecting the original Base Set style. Its common rarity makes it accessible for collectors focusing on the Legendary Collection’s nostalgic appeal.

    This Ponyta card remains a solid collectible for fans of early Pokémon TCG history, illustrated by the iconic Ken Sugimori and housed within the popular Legendary Collection. Its legality status is unknown, so it is best appreciated for collection rather than competitive play.

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    Ponyta (Legendary Collection) #87

  • Collector’s Guide: Psyduck (Legendary Collection #88)

    Collector’s Guide: Psyduck (Legendary Collection #88)

    Psyduck (Legendary Collection #88) – Collector’s Guide

    Psyduck

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Psyduck
    • HP: 50
    • Type: Water
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Set: Legendary Collection (base6)
    • Card Number: 88
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Psyduck card is from the Legendary Collection set, identified by the set code “base6” and card number 88. It features classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his detailed and iconic Pokémon illustrations. The card has no abilities but includes two attacks:
    – Dizziness: Allows the player to draw a card for a single Psychic Energy cost.
    – Water Gun: Deals 20 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each extra Water Energy attached to Psyduck (up to 20 extra damage), costing one Water and one Colorless Energy.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Lightning (×2). It has no resistances or regulation mark. The card’s flavor text reads:
    “It is often seen holding its head in its paws, as if it were suffering from a headache.”

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 88 Common 50 Mitsuhiro Arita

    Care & Storage Tips

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

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a unique foil pattern, celebrating the early days of the Pokémon TCG. Psyduck #88 is a straightforward Basic Water-type card with simple but effective attacks, capturing the nostalgic feel of the original Base Set era.

    This Psyduck card remains a staple for collectors interested in the Legendary Collection’s homage to the original Pokémon TCG cards. Its classic art and straightforward gameplay make it a notable piece despite its common rarity and unknown legality status.

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    Psyduck (Legendary Collection) #88

  • Collector’s Guide: Rattata (Legendary Collection #89)

    Collector’s Guide: Rattata (Legendary Collection #89)

    Collector’s Guide: Rattata (Legendary Collection #89)

    Rattata

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Rattata
    • HP: 30
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Basic
    • Attack: Bite (20 damage, costs 1 Colorless energy)
    • Weakness: Fighting (×2)
    • Resistance: Psychic (-30)
    • Retreat Cost: 0
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Flavor Text: “Bites anything when it attacks. Small and very quick, it is a common sight in many places.”
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Rattata card is from the Legendary Collection set, identified by the set code base6 and card number 89. It features classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his detailed and iconic Pokémon illustrations. This printing is a Basic Pokémon card with no abilities and a single straightforward attack, “Bite,” making it a simple but recognizable piece for collectors.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • Set Name: Legendary Collection
    • Set Code: base6
    • Card Number: 89
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Type: Colorless
    • Stage: Basic
    • Print Variants: None reported for this exact printing
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Legality: unknown

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition of this Rattata card:

    • Store in a protective sleeve or top-loader to avoid scratches and edge wear.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork and text.
    • Maintain in a cool, dry environment to avoid warping or moisture damage.
    • Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from accumulating on the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set revisits classic cards with a unique reverse holofoil pattern and reprints of fan-favorite Pokémon. The Rattata #89 card is a faithful reprint of the original Base Set style, maintaining the nostalgic appeal for collectors and players alike.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 89 Common 30 Mitsuhiro Arita

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    Rattata (Legendary Collection) #89

  • Collector’s Guide: Rhyhorn (Legendary Collection #90)

    Collector’s Guide: Rhyhorn (Legendary Collection #90)

    Collector’s Guide: Rhyhorn (Legendary Collection #90)

    Rhyhorn

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Rhyhorn
    • HP: 70
    • Type: Fighting
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
    • Set: Legendary Collection (set code: base6)
    • Card Number: 90
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Rhyhorn card is from the Legendary Collection, a set known for reprinting classic Base Set cards with a distinctive reverse holo pattern. It features two attacks:
    – Leer: A coin flip attack that can prevent the Defending Pokémon from attacking next turn, with the effect ending if either Pokémon is benched.
    – Horn Attack: Deals 30 damage for a cost of one Fighting and two Colorless energies.

    The card’s flavor text highlights Rhyhorn’s massive bones, which are 1,000 times harder than human bones, emphasizing its physical power.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • This printing has no known print variants.
    • The card is identified by its set code “base6” and number 90.
    • It has a Fighting type with a retreat cost of 3, a weakness to Grass (×2), and resistance to Lightning (-30).
    • No regulation mark is present.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 90 Common 70 Mitsuhiro Arita

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store the card in a protective sleeve to preserve the holofoil finish typical of the Legendary Collection.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
    • Use top loaders or binders with rigid pages for long-term storage.
    • Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt damaging the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reintroduced classic cards with updated holofoil patterns and nostalgic appeal. Rhyhorn #90 is a faithful reprint of the Base Set card, maintaining its original artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and classic gameplay mechanics. It is a common card within the set, valued for collectors interested in early Pokémon TCG history and iconic Fighting-type Pokémon.

    This Rhyhorn card remains a solid collectible piece for fans of the Legendary Collection and those appreciating classic Pokémon TCG artwork and design. Its legality status is unknown, so it is best considered a collector’s item rather than a tournament staple.

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    Rhyhorn (Legendary Collection) #90

  • Collector’s Guide: Sandshrew (Legendary Collection #91)

    Collector’s Guide: Sandshrew (Legendary Collection #91)

    Collector’s Guide: Sandshrew (Legendary Collection #91)

    Sandshrew

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Sandshrew
    • HP: 40
    • Type: Fighting
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Set: Legendary Collection
    • Card Number: 91
    • Legality: unknown

    This Sandshrew card features a single attack, Sand-attack, which can potentially prevent the opponent’s defending Pokémon from attacking on their next turn by requiring a coin flip. It has a Fighting-type weakness to Grass (×2), resistance to Lightning (-30), and a retreat cost of 1.

    Flavor text highlights Sandshrew’s behavior: “Burrow deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for food.”

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Legendary Collection set, identified by the set code base6 and card number 91. It is a Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions or abilities. The artwork is by Ken Sugimori, a notable illustrator in the Pokémon TCG.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:

    • Set code: base6
    • Card number: 91
    • Type: Fighting
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store the card in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork and text.
    • Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
    • Use a top loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection during handling or display.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with updated artwork and includes iconic Pokémon like Sandshrew. The Fighting-type Sandshrew here maintains its original simplicity with a single attack and basic stats, making it a nostalgic piece for collectors focusing on early Pokémon TCG history.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 91 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

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    Sandshrew (Legendary Collection) #91

  • Collector’s Guide: Seel (Legendary Collection #92)

    Collector’s Guide: Seel (Legendary Collection #92)

    Collector’s Guide: Seel (Legendary Collection #92)

    Quick Facts

    Seel is a Basic Water-type Pokémon card from the Legendary Collection set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It has 60 HP and features a single attack, Headbutt, which deals 10 damage for one Water Energy. The card’s flavor text highlights Seel’s hard horn used for bashing through thick ice. It has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Lightning (×2). This printing is classified as Common rarity.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Legendary Collection
    • Card Number: 92
    • Rarity: Common
    • HP: 60
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Attack: Headbutt (10 damage, Water Energy)
    • Flavor Text: “The protruding horn on its head is very hard. This horn is used for bashing through thick ice.”
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base6” and card number 92. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 92 Common 60 Ken Sugimori

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Seel card:
    – Store it in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent surface scratches.
    – Keep it away from direct sunlight to avoid fading.
    – Maintain a stable, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
    – Handle the card by its edges to minimize fingerprints and oils.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a unique foil treatment, celebrating iconic Pokémon from earlier expansions. Seel #92 is a straightforward Basic Water-type with a simple attack, reflecting its original design and playstyle.

    Seel Legendary Collection #92

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    Seel (Legendary Collection) #92

  • Collector’s Guide: Slowpoke (Legendary Collection #93)

    Collector’s Guide: Slowpoke (Legendary Collection #93)

    Slowpoke (Legendary Collection 93) Collector’s Guide

    Slowpoke

    Quick Facts

    • HP: 50
    • Type: Psychic
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Miki Tanaka
    • Set: Legendary Collection (set code: base6)
    • Legality: unknown

    Slowpoke is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card featuring two attacks: Spacing Out, which can heal damage counters by a coin flip, and Scavenge, allowing retrieval of a Trainer card from the discard pile by discarding Psychic Energy. It has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). The card’s flavor text highlights Slowpoke’s slow reaction to pain.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Legendary Collection set, card number 93. It is a common rarity card illustrated by Miki Tanaka. No alternate print variants are known for this specific card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • Card ID: base6-93
    • Set Code: base6
    • Number: 93
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Miki Tanaka
    • Image URL: /images/base6/base6-93.jpg
    • Legality: unknown

    No special regulation marks or print variants are associated with this card.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Slowpoke card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent surface scratches.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
    – Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
    – Handle with clean hands to avoid oils or dirt transferring to the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a unique foil treatment. Slowpoke #93 is included as a common Psychic-type Basic Pokémon, maintaining its original artwork by Miki Tanaka and featuring gameplay consistent with its original mechanics.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 93 Common 50 Miki Tanaka

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    Slowpoke (Legendary Collection) #93