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Hitmonchan
#37/65 in Temple of Anger, Common, 70 HP, illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
- Card number
- #37/65
- Rarity
- Common
- HP
- 70 HP
- Language
- Japanese
- Release date
- March 14, 2008
- Illustrator
- Ken Sugimori
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Collector Notes
Hitmonchan
Hitmonchan appears in the Japanese print of Temple of Anger, released on March 14, 2008. Hitmonchan is a common rarity and 70 HP. The Temple of Anger set contains 65 cards.
Artist Info
This card's illustration was created by Ken Sugimori.
Collector Insights
Hitmonchan is a Pokémon with 70 HP, featured in the Temple of Anger set released on March 14, 2008. The card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Common rarity. It has two attacks: Counter Punch and Gut Strike. Counter Punch costs one Fighting Energy and triggers during the opponent's next turn, applying 4 damage counters to the attacking Pokémon if Hitmonchan is damaged. Gut Strike requires one Fighting and one Colorless Energy, dealing 30 damage, but its base damage increases to 60 if Tyrogue is anywhere under Hitmonchan. The card’s design emphasizes its role as a combatant with defensive and offensive mechanics tied to specific conditions. Its abilities reflect interactions with other Pokémon in battle, enhancing strategic gameplay. The artwork and text align with the card’s functional attributes without additional narrative elements. This version of Hitmonchan remains distinct from other iterations through its unique attack conditions and energy costs.
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