Persian (Ancient Origins 62) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Persian from the Ancient Origins set is a common Pokémon card with 90 HP. It features the attack Ambush, offering a straightforward option for gameplay. This card is number 62 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Persian
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Meowth)
• Type: Colorless
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Fake Out (30 damage): Flip a coin; if heads, opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed.
• Ambush (40+ damage): Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 30 more damage.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Ancient Origins set, card number 62. It is a common rarity card illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his detailed and dynamic Pokémon art. The card features no special print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this specific Ancient Origins Persian card. It is identified by the set code “xy7” and the card number 62. The card’s market reference query is “Persian Ancient Origins 62.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its lack of abilities and moderate HP make it a straightforward attacker with coin-flip based effects that can paralyze or increase damage.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is ideal for collectors focusing on the Ancient Origins set or Persian-themed decks. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ancient Origins (xy7): This set includes the featured Persian card, emphasizing classic Pokémon with dynamic artwork and simple yet effective attacks. Persian fits well within the set’s theme of ancient and powerful Pokémon, though it lacks abilities and complex mechanics.