Mightyena (Kalos Starter Set 17) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Mightyena from the Kalos Starter Set is a sleek Pokémon card numbered 17. With 90 HP and the single attack Hard Bite, it offers straightforward gameplay that reflects Mightyena’s tenacious nature.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Poochyena)
• Attack: Hard Bite — Flip a coin; if heads, this attack does 20 more damage (40+ damage total)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: “It will always obey the commands of a skilled Trainer. Its behavior arises from its living in packs in ancient times.”
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Set: Kalos Starter Set (xy0)
• Card Number: 17
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Kalos Starter Set (set code xy0), card number 17. It showcases Mitsuhiro Arita’s classic artwork and the single attack Hard Bite, which uses a coin flip to boost damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its Darkness type, Stage 1 subtype, and the set code xy0. The card does not have a rarity symbol or regulation mark, and its release date is unknown.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the artwork and card integrity. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it lacks rarity markings that might affect its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Kalos Starter Set (xy0): Includes Mightyena as a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with straightforward gameplay mechanics and classic Mitsuhiro Arita artwork. A solid collectible for fans of the Kalos region and Darkness-type Pokémon.