Grimer (Next Destinies 52) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Grimer from the Next Destinies set is a common card numbered 52 with 70 HP. It features the attack Nasty Goo, adding a grimy edge to its battle style. Its straightforward design makes it a solid addition for collectors focusing on common cards.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attack: Nasty Goo — Deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the Defending Pokémon on a coin flip.
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Grimer appears in the Black & White series, specifically the Next Destinies set, numbered 52. It is a common rarity card with no known alternate printings or promotional versions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its Psychic type, Basic stage, and the attack “Nasty Goo,” which costs one Psychic and one Colorless energy. The illustrator credit to Kagemaru Himeno and the card number 52 in the Next Destinies set are key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the illustrated area by Kagemaru Himeno, to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies: This set features Grimer as a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack that can paralyze opponents. It fits the set’s theme of introducing new evolutions and unique Pokémon abilities, although this card itself has no abilities.