Mienshao Collector’s Guide: Noble Victories #70

Character Intro

Mienshao from the Noble Victories set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Pokémon with 90 HP. Numbered 70 in the set, it showcases swift Fighting-type offense with the attack High Jump Kick. A clean, straightforward option for collectors who appreciate agile designs and direct damage.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Mienfoo)
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistances: None
• Attacks:
• Feint (30 damage, unaffected by Resistance, costs 1 Colorless)
• High Jump Kick (50 damage, costs 2 Fighting Energy)
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: “It wield the fur on its arms like a whip. Its arms attacks come with such rapidity that they cannot even be seen.”
• Illustrator: Atsuko Nishida
• Card Number: 70/101 (Noble Victories)
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Mienshao card appears in the Noble Victories set, identified by set code bw3 and card number 70. It is an Uncommon rarity card featuring Fighting-type attacks and no special abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Stage 1 subtype, Fighting type, and the illustrator Atsuko Nishida’s distinctive artwork. The card’s unique attack “Feint” ignores Resistance, which can be a subtle gameplay detail.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited by its lack of abilities and relatively modest HP and damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s vivid illustration and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges and corners. Use a rigid top-loader or binder for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Noble Victories (bw3): Mienshao #70 is a solid Stage 1 Fighting-type with straightforward attacks and no abilities. It fits well into Fighting-themed decks but lacks the complexity of more recent cards. Its artwork by Atsuko Nishida is a highlight of this set.

This Mienshao card remains a collectible piece for fans of the Noble Victories set and Fighting-type enthusiasts.