Professor Elm (Neo Genesis 96) Collectors Guide
Character Intro
Professor Elm is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Neo Genesis set, numbered 96. As part of the early Neo era, it adds a thoughtful, classic touch to any Pokémon TCG collection.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Genesis | 96 | Uncommon | Ken Sugimori |
- Card ID: neo1-96
- Series: neo
- Set Name: Neo Genesis
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Rules Text: Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 7 cards. You can’t play any more Trainer cards this turn.
- Types: None
- Stage: None
- Evolves From: None
- Flavor Text: Unknown
- Weaknesses/Resistances: None
Key Printings
This exact printing appears in Neo Genesis as card number 96. It is an Uncommon Trainer card with no alternate print variants listed. Ken Sugimori’s artwork delivers the quintessential early Pokémon TCG look.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. Identification is straightforward via set code “neo1” and card number “96.” The lack of a regulation mark and the absence of HP or attacks further distinguish it.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality status: unknown.
The effect is simple but strategic: refresh your hand by shuffling it into your deck and drawing 7 cards, at the cost of playing no further Trainer cards that turn. This trade-off shapes both deck-building and in-game sequencing.
Care & Storage Tips
Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. As an Uncommon card with classic illustration, preserving surface and edges helps maintain collector appeal.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Neo Genesis: Introduces Professor Elm as an Uncommon Trainer with a unique hand-refreshing effect, emblematic of the Neo series’ straightforward mechanics and iconic Ken Sugimori art.
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