Professor Birch – Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Professor Birch is an Uncommon Trainer (Supporter) card from the Emerald set, numbered 82. Featuring the renowned Pokémon researcher, it’s a solid addition for collectors focusing on the Emerald series.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 82
• Set: ex Emerald (ex9)
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Type: Supporter
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Image URL: /images/ex9/ex9-82.jpg

Key Printings

This printing of Professor Birch is from the ex Emerald set, identified by set code ex9-82. As a Supporter card, it has no HP, abilities, or attacks, focusing entirely on its Supporter effect.

Card Effect

Draw cards until you have six in your hand.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code (ex9-82), rarity (Uncommon), and illustrator (Ken Sugimori). Its lack of a regulation mark and the absence of weaknesses or resistances also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Supporter can be played only once per turn. When played, place it next to the Active Pokémon and discard it at the end of the turn. Its effect draws cards from the deck until the player’s hand contains six cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and condition, store Professor Birch in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and classic illustration, keep it flat and in a temperature-controlled environment to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Emerald: Features Professor Birch as a Supporter with a straightforward, essential draw effect, aligning with the set’s emphasis on strategic card draw and deck management. Ken Sugimori provides the clean, recognizable illustration.