Arcanine Collector’s Guide: HeartGold SoulSilver #1

Character Intro

Arcanine from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a Rare Holo card with 110 HP and the powerful attack Fire Mane. As number 1 in the set, it makes a striking centerpiece for any Fire-type collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Growlithe)
• Attacks:
• Sharp Fang (50 damage, costs Fire + Colorless)
• Fire Mane (90 damage, costs Fire + 3 Colorless)
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: “This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Arcanine is the HeartGold SoulSilver Rare Holo, numbered 1, with original artwork by Naoki Saito. A Stage 1 Fire-type evolving from Growlithe, it delivers solid damage via Sharp Fang and Fire Mane, making it both visually and functionally appealing.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed. Identify it by set code “hgss1,” number “1,” and the HeartGold SoulSilver series designation. The card’s rarity is Rare Holo, with no visible regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  No additional tournament or play rules are provided.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil and artwork with a sleeve, and store away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches. Handle only by the edges to avoid fingerprints.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: Features Arcanine as card #1, a powerful Fire-type Stage 1 with strong attacks and a captivating holofoil design—a key collectible for Fire-type enthusiasts.

This guide covers the exact printing of Arcanine from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, providing collectors with essential information for identification and care.