Lugia (Neo Genesis 9) Collector’s Guide
Overview
Lugia from the Neo Genesis set is a Rare Holo card numbered 9 with 90 HP. The vivid artwork captures Lugia’s commanding presence in battle, and its signature attack, Elemental Blast, makes it an iconic piece for collectors seeking classic Pokémon cards.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Genesis | 9 | Rare Holo | 90 | Hironobu Yoshida |
Card Stats & Text
- Type: Colorless
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Psychic ×2
- Resistance: Fighting -30
- Attack: Elemental Blast (90 damage) — requires discarding one Fire, one Water, and one Lightning Energy attached to Lugia.
- Flavor Text: “It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea, because its powers are too strong.”
- Illustrator: Hironobu Yoshida
- Set: Neo Genesis (neo1)
- Card Number: 9
- Legal Status: unknown
Key Printings
This exact printing of Lugia appears in the Neo Genesis set as card number 9. It is a Rare Holo card, making it a visually appealing and valuable collectible. No other print variants are listed for this card.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Lugia card. It is identified by its set code “neo1” and card number “9.” The card features the illustrator credit to Hironobu Yoshida and the distinctive holographic foil typical of Rare Holo cards from this era.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This Lugia card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in official tournaments is therefore unknown.
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve condition and value, store this Rare Holo Lugia in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the holographic surface. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Neo Genesis: This set introduced Lugia as a powerful Basic Pokémon with a unique Elemental Blast attack requiring multiple energy types to discard. The set is known for its early Neo series cards and features a mix of new Pokémon and evolutions from the previous sets. Lugia stands out as a rare and visually striking card within this collection.
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