Mightyena (ex Ruby Sapphire #42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Mightyena from the Ruby Sapphire set is an Uncommon card numbered 42. It has 70 HP and features the attack Ambush. A straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Poochyena)
• Attacks: Bite (20 damage), Ambush (30+ damage with coin flip)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Mightyena is from the ex Ruby Sapphire set, identified by set code ex1 and card number 42. It is an Uncommon rarity card with classic Ken Sugimori artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Darkness type, Stage 1 subtype, and the unique attacks Bite and Ambush. The card’s market reference query is “Mightyena Ruby Sapphire 42.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and classic illustration, maintaining edge and surface quality is important for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Ruby Sapphire (ex1): This set introduced Mightyena as a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with balanced HP and versatile attacks. The set is known for its detailed Ken Sugimori artwork and includes a variety of Pokémon from the Ruby and Sapphire games.