Giovanni’s Pinsir Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Giovanni’s Pinsir from the Gym Challenge set is a Rare card with 70 HP and the standout attack Overhead Toss. Numbered 24 in the set, it captures the essence of Giovanni’s team with a distinctive design that appeals to collectors.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Challenge | 24 | Rare | 70 | Ken Sugimori |
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Attacks:
- Snapping Pincers: Flip a coin; if heads, does 20 damage, if tails, 10 damage.
- Overhead Toss: If you have Benched Pokémon, flip a coin; if tails, this attack does 20 damage to one of your Benched Pokémon in addition to 40 damage to the opponent.
- Abilities: None
- Flavor Text: Unknown
Key Printings
This exact printing of Giovanni’s Pinsir appears in the Gym Challenge set, identified by the set code gym2 and card number 24. It is a Rare card with no known alternate print variants.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code gym2-24 and Ken Sugimori’s illustration. The Grass type and distinctive attacks also help collectors verify authenticity.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, limiting its use primarily to casual play or collection.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the artwork and maintain condition, store Giovanni’s Pinsir in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to keep its rare status intact for collectors.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Gym Challenge: Giovanni’s Pinsir is a Rare Basic Grass-type card featuring two coin-flip attacks for variable damage. Its classic Ken Sugimori illustration and moderate HP make it a notable collectible from this set.
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