Mankey (ex6-38) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Mankey is an Uncommon card from the FireRed LeafGreen set, numbered 38. It features 50 HP and the attacks Mischief and Light Punch. This straightforward design captures Mankey’s energetic nature in a compact form.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic (×2)
• Abilities: None
• Attacks: Mischief (shuffle opponent’s deck), Light Punch (30 damage)
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the ex6 subset of the FireRed LeafGreen series. It is identified by card number 38 and is illustrated by Miki Tanaka. The card’s Fighting type and Uncommon rarity make it a notable inclusion for collectors focusing on this set or type.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “ex6,” the card number “38,” and the illustrator credit to Miki Tanaka. The card’s Fighting type and Basic stage classification further help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in casual or older format games depends on house rules or specific tournament allowances.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially near the illustrated area by Miki Tanaka. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended for long-term care.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• FireRed LeafGreen (ex6): This set features Pokémon from the FireRed and LeafGreen video games, with Mankey appearing as a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon. The set is known for its vibrant artwork and a mix of classic and newer Pokémon, with this Mankey card standing out due to its disruptive Mischief attack and straightforward Light Punch damage.