The details of Brock's Ninetales, card number 3 from the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge series. This Holo Rare features the Shapeshift ability and is a key piece for collectors completing the set.
Brock's Ninetales
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Brock's Ninetales stands out as card number 3 in the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge series, offering a unique twist on the classic Fire-type Pokémon. As a Stage 1 creature that evolves from Brock's Vulpix, this card is designed for players who appreciate strategic depth over raw power, boasting 70 HP and a modest retreat cost of one colorless energy. The card’s most defining feature is its ability, Shapeshift, which allows you to attach an Evolution card from your hand to it once per turn, bypassing the standard evolution restrictions. This mechanic makes it a versatile tool for deck builders looking to accelerate their game plan or adapt to changing board states. For collectors, the Gym Challenge set remains a cornerstone of early Pokémon TCG history, characterized by its distinct artwork and thematic focus on Gym Leaders. The Holo Rare treatment adds visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those building complete sets or focusing on Fire-type subsets. Whether you are hunting for specific Gym Leader Pokémon or looking to complete the full Gym Challenge collection, this card represents a significant piece of the franchise's early trading card game legacy. Its enduring popularity ensures it remains a staple in both competitive archives and collector portfolios.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Brock's Ninetales
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
70
Fire
Stage 1
Brock's Vulpix
Water ×2
1
38
Card Text
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Ability: Shapeshift
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may attach an Evolution card from your hand to Brock's Ninetales. (This doesn't count as evolving Brock's Ninetales.) Treat Brock's Ninetales as if it were that Pokémon instead. It can't evolve, devolve, or use the Pokémon Power of that Pokémon. During your turn, you may discard the Evolution card attached to Brock's Ninetales. This power can't be used if Brock's Ninetales is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. If Brock's Ninetales becomes Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed, discard all Evolution cards attached to it.
Attack: Will-o'-the-wisp (30)