Hitmontop (Neo Discovery 22) Collector’s Guide
Character Intro
Hitmontop from the Neo Discovery set is a Rare card numbered 22. It features 60 HP and the dynamic Triple Kick attack—an accessible, engaging piece for both collectors and casual players.
Quick Facts
set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Neo Discovery | 22 | Rare | 60 | Sumiyoshi Kizuki |
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Resistances: None
- Regulation Mark: None
Key Printings
Identification
This Hitmontop card is from the Neo Discovery set, identified by the set code “neo2” and card number 22. It is a Rare card with no evolutions or abilities.
Attacks
- Detect: Can prevent all effects of attacks during the opponent’s next turn if a coin flip is heads.
- Triple Kick: Deals 30 damage times the number of heads from three coin flips.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this Hitmontop card. It is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a single retreat cost and no special regulation mark. The card is visually recognizable by Sumiyoshi Kizuki’s illustration and the Neo Discovery set symbol.
Legality & Play Notes
- Legality: unknown
- This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited to casual or collector-focused decks due to its modest HP and coin-dependent attacks.
Care & Storage Tips
Preserve condition by sleeving the card and keeping it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Neo Discovery: This set introduced Hitmontop as a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a unique combination of defensive and multi-hit attacks. It stands out for its elegant design and strategic coin-flip mechanics.
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