PokéNav (ex9-81) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

PokéNav is an uncommon card from the Emerald set, numbered 81. Its design captures the essence of the iconic device used for navigation. This card holds a unique place in the collection due to its practical theme.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: ex9-81
• Type: Item
• Stage: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities/Attacks: None
• Rules Text: Look at the top 3 cards of your deck, and choose a Basic Pokémon, Evolution card, or Energy card. Show it to your opponent and put it into your hand. Put the 2 other cards back on top of your deck in any order.
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of PokéNav appears in the Emerald set (ex9), numbered 81, with an uncommon rarity. The card’s artwork by Katsura Tabata is unique to this release.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “ex9” and card number “81.” The card is classified as an Item with no specific Pokémon type.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its effect is straightforward, allowing players to improve their hand by selecting from the top three cards of their deck, which can be a tactical advantage in gameplay.

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 detailed illustration, maintaining its surface and edges is essential for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Emerald (ex9): Introduced as part of the Emerald expansion, PokéNav serves as a versatile Item card with a simple yet effective deck-searching ability. It complements the set’s focus on strategic gameplay and features artwork by Katsura Tabata, contributing to the set’s artistic diversity.