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  • Collector’s Guide: Seel (Neo Destiny #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Seel (Neo Destiny #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Seel (Neo Destiny 81)

    Character Intro

    Seel, the adorable seal-like Pokémon, debuted in the Neo Destiny set with ID number 81. As a Common card, this 50 HP Water-type Pokémon offers a straightforward attack with Take Down. Despite its common rarity, Seel’s endearing design and accessible attack make it a valuable addition to any collector’s deck.

    Quick Facts

    • Type: Water
    • HP: 50
    • Rarity: Common
    • Abilities: None
    • Attacks: Take Down (Water & Colorless, 30 damage, self-inflicts 10 damage)
    • Weaknesses: Lightning (×2)
    • Resistances: None
    • Retreat Cost: 1

    Key Printings

    • Neo Destiny (neo4-81; Common)

    Variants & Identifiers

    • This card has no print variants.
    • Card ID: neo4-81
    • EPN Query: Seel Neo Destiny 81

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store this card in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Protect it using sleeves and top loaders to prevent damage.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Neo Destiny (1999): The first set of the Neo Era, featuring various Pokémon from the original series. This set introduced several new mechanics and cards that would become staples in the TCG.

    Seel (Neo Destiny) #81

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    Seel (Neo Destiny) #81

  • Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Pikachu (Gym Heroes #81)

    Lt. Surge’s Pikachu Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Lt. Surge’s Pikachu from the Gym Heroes set is a common card numbered 81. This lively Pokémon boasts 50 HP and features the attack Lightning Tail. Its straightforward design captures the energetic spirit of Lt. Surge’s iconic partner.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Heroes 81 Common 50 Ken Sugimori
    • Type: Lightning
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
    • Weakness: Fighting (×2)
    • Attacks:
    • Charge: Retrieve 1 Lightning Energy from your discard pile and attach it to Lt. Surge’s Pikachu.
    • Lightning Tail: Deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the Defending Pokémon on a coin flip.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Gym Heroes set, card number 81. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions. The illustration by Ken Sugimori is a notable feature for collectors of original artwork.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. It can be identified by its set code “gym1-81” and its unique artwork. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its flavor text is absent.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality: unknown
    • This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
    • Its playability in other formats or casual play is not specified.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Lt. Surge’s Pikachu in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to retain its collectible value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Heroes: This set features Gym Leader-themed Pokémon, including Lt. Surge’s Pikachu, emphasizing character-specific designs and nostalgic appeal. The set is known for its distinct artwork and thematic consistency, making it a cherished collection for fans of the original Gym Leaders.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Koga’s Tangela (Gym Challenge #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Koga’s Tangela (Gym Challenge #81)

    Character Intro

    Koga’s Tangela from the Gym Challenge set is a common card numbered 81. It features 50 HP and the attacks Sleep Powder and Grasping Vine. The card captures Tangela’s essence with a straightforward design and modest stats.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Challenge 81 Common 50 Atsuko Nishida
    • Pokémon: Koga’s Tangela
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Attacks:
    • Sleep Powder (10 damage): Puts the Defending Pokémon to Sleep.
    • Grasping Vine: Flip a coin; if heads, draw 2 cards.
    • Abilities: None
    • Flavor Text: Unknown
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Print Variants: None known
    • Image URL: /images/gym2/gym2-81.jpg

    Key Printings

    This exact printing appears in Gym Challenge (set code gym2) as card number 81. It is a Common, making it accessible yet a recognizable entry in the Gym series.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No alternate print variants or special editions are documented. Identifiers include set code gym2, number 81, and illustrator Atsuko Nishida’s artwork. The lack of a regulation mark and absence of abilities further distinguish this printing.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the illustration and maintain condition, store Koga’s Tangela in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Its common rarity makes it ideal for casual collectors and Gym Challenge enthusiasts.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Challenge (gym2): Features Koga’s Tangela as a Basic Grass-type card with straightforward attacks and a common rarity, aligning with the Gym series’ focus on Gym Leaders’ Pokémon, distinctive artwork, and simple gameplay.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Koga’s Tangela (Gym Challenge #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Koga’s Tangela (Gym Challenge #81)

    Character Intro

    Koga’s Tangela from the Gym Challenge set is a common card numbered 81. It features 50 HP and the attacks Sleep Powder and Grasping Vine. The card captures Tangela’s essence with a straightforward design and modest stats.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Challenge 81 Common 50 Atsuko Nishida
    • Pokémon: Koga’s Tangela
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 2
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Attacks:
    • Sleep Powder (10 damage): Puts the Defending Pokémon to Sleep.
    • Grasping Vine: Flip a coin; if heads, draw 2 cards.
    • Abilities: None
    • Flavor Text: Unknown
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Print Variants: None known
    • Image URL: /images/gym2/gym2-81.jpg

    Key Printings

    This exact printing appears in Gym Challenge (set code gym2) as card number 81. It is a Common, making it accessible yet a recognizable entry in the Gym series.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No alternate print variants or special editions are documented. Identifiers include set code gym2, number 81, and illustrator Atsuko Nishida’s artwork. The lack of a regulation mark and absence of abilities further distinguish this printing.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the illustration and maintain condition, store Koga’s Tangela in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Its common rarity makes it ideal for casual collectors and Gym Challenge enthusiasts.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Challenge (gym2): Features Koga’s Tangela as a Basic Grass-type card with straightforward attacks and a common rarity, aligning with the Gym series’ focus on Gym Leaders’ Pokémon, distinctive artwork, and simple gameplay.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Mankey (Legendary Collection #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Mankey (Legendary Collection #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Mankey (Legendary Collection #81)

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    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Mankey
    • HP: 40
    • Type: Fighting
    • Stage: Basic
    • Rarity: Common
    • Illustrator: Sumiyoshi Kizuki
    • Set: Legendary Collection (base6)
    • Card Number: 81
    • Legality: unknown

    Key Printings

    This Mankey card is from the Legendary Collection set, identified by set code “base6”. It features classic artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki and is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 40 HP. The card includes two attacks:
    – Mischief: Allows you to shuffle your opponent’s deck.
    – Anger: Deals 20 damage, with a coin flip to potentially add 20 more damage.

    No abilities or special rules are present on this printing.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this exact Mankey card. It is identified by:
    – Set Name: Legendary Collection
    – Card Number: 81
    – Rarity: Common
    – Illustrator: Sumiyoshi Kizuki
    – Type: Fighting
    – Stage: Basic

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 81 Common 40 Sumiyoshi Kizuki

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Mankey card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader to prevent bending and surface wear.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to avoid fading and warping.
    – Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.
    – Store in a cool, dry place with stable temperature to maintain card integrity.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with a distinctive foil pattern. Mankey #81 is a straightforward Basic Fighting-type Pokémon card with simple but effective attacks, reflecting the original base set style. The card’s flavor text highlights Mankey’s quick temper, adding character to this common collectible.

    Note: The release date and detailed legality status for tournament play are unknown for this printing.

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    Mankey (Legendary Collection) #81

  • Collector’s Guide: Full Heal Energy (Team Rocket #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Full Heal Energy (Team Rocket #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Full Heal Energy (Team Rocket #81)

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    Quick Facts

    Full Heal Energy is a Special Energy card from the Team Rocket set, numbered 81. Illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi, this card is classified as Uncommon and provides Colorless energy. When played from the hand, it removes special conditions—Asleep, Confused, Paralyzed, or Poisoned—from the Pokémon it is attached to. It does not count as a basic Energy card and has no retreat cost, HP, or weaknesses.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Team Rocket (base5)
    • Card Number: 81
    • Rarity: Uncommon
    • Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
    • Stage: Special Energy
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “base5-81” and the unique artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. The card’s subtype is Special, and it is notable for its dual function as both an energy provider and a status condition healer.

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store the card in a protective sleeve to preserve the artwork and prevent edge wear.
    • Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to avoid fading.
    • Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets for optimal protection.
    • Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures to maintain card integrity.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced several Special Energy cards like Full Heal Energy, which added strategic depth by combining energy provision with status condition healing. Full Heal Energy is a valuable card for decks needing quick recovery from status ailments while maintaining energy supply.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Team Rocket 81 Uncommon Keiji Kinebuchi

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    Full Heal Energy (Team Rocket) #81

  • Collector’s Guide: Metapod (Base Set 2 #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Metapod (Base Set 2 #81)

    Metapod (Base Set 2 #81) Collector’s Guide

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    Quick Facts

    Metapod from Base Set 2 is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It evolves from Caterpie and features two attacks: Stiffen, which can prevent damage during the opponent’s next turn if a coin flip is heads, and Stun Spore, which deals 20 damage and may paralyze the Defending Pokémon. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Common rarity.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing appears in the Base Set 2 series, identified by set code “base4” and card number 81. It is a straightforward reprint of the original Base Set Metapod with updated card styling consistent with Base Set 2.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
    – Set Name: Base Set 2
    – Card Number: 81
    – Rarity: Common
    – Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    – Stage: Stage 1
    – Type: Grass
    – Retreat Cost: 2
    – Weakness: Fire ×2

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Metapod card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
    – Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
    – Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set 2: This set reprints many Base Set cards with updated aesthetics and card numbering. Metapod #81 retains its original abilities and stats, making it a staple Stage 1 Grass-type from this era.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base Set 2 81 Common 70 Ken Sugimori

    Legality: unknown

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    Metapod (Base Set 2) #81

  • Collector’s Guide: Energy Retrieval (Base Set #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Energy Retrieval (Base Set #81)

    Collector’s Guide: Energy Retrieval (Base Set #81)

    base1-81

    Quick Facts

    Energy Retrieval is an Uncommon Trainer card from the original Base set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. It features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi and has no HP, attacks, or abilities. The card’s primary function is described by its game rule: trade one of the other cards in your hand for up to two basic Energy cards from your discard pile. This card has no retreat cost, weaknesses, resistances, or regulation mark. Its legality status is unknown.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Base
    • Card Number: 81
    • Rarity: Uncommon
    • Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing of Energy Retrieval has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base1” and the card number 81. The card does not have a regulation mark or subtype classification.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Energy Retrieval card:
    – Store it in a protective sleeve or hard case to prevent surface scratches.
    – Keep it away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
    – Maintain a stable, low-humidity environment to prevent warping.
    – Handle the card by its edges to avoid fingerprints and oils.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set: Energy Retrieval #81 is part of the foundational Base set, which introduced many essential Trainer cards. This card supports energy management strategies by recycling basic Energy cards from the discard pile, a valuable effect in early gameplay.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base 81 Uncommon Keiji Kinebuchi

    Legality: unknown

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    Energy Retrieval (Base Set) #81