This 1999 Pokémon Base Set card features Abra as card number 43, a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon known for its Teleport ability.
1999 • Pokémon • Base
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Abra
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Common
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
30
Psychic
Basic
10
Kadabra
Psychic ×2
63
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Psyshock (10)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Using its ability to read minds, it will identify impending danger and teleport to safety.
FAQ
Abra is listed as Pokédex number 63 in the original 1999 Base Set. This identifier helps collectors track the character's introduction within the first generation of the Pokémon franchise.
Abra is a Psychic-type Basic Pokémon. Its primary attack is Psyshock, which deals 10 damage and has a coin flip effect that can Paralyze the Defending Pokémon if successful.
The card art for Abra in the 1999 Base Set was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. His work helped define the visual style of the original Pokémon trading cards.
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