Rocket's Mewtwo is a Holo Rare Psychic-type Pokémon from the 2000 Gym Challenge base set, known for its strategic damage counter manipulation abilities.
Rocket's Mewtwo
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Description
Rocket's Mewtwo, numbered 14 in the 2000 Gym Challenge base set, remains a distinct entry in the early Pokémon Trading Card Game history. As a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with 70 HP, this card offers collectors a glimpse into the strategic diversity available during the series' formative years. The card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and carries the Holo Rare finish, which has become a hallmark of the Gym Challenge subset for fans seeking visually striking examples. From a gameplay perspective, Rocket's Mewtwo stands out due to its unique mechanics. Its Psychic Juxtapose attack allows players to flip a coin; on heads, it switches the number of damage counters between itself and the Defending Pokémon. This effect provides tactical flexibility that was rare for Basic Pokémon at the time. Other attacks like Hypnoblast and Psyburn offer additional offensive options, making it a versatile piece for any Psychic deck. Collectors often seek out this card to complete the Gym Challenge set or to build specialized decks centered around damage counter manipulation. Its status as a Holo Rare makes it a desirable target for set builders who appreciate the finish quality and the card's historical significance in the TCG landscape.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Rocket's Mewtwo
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Shin-ichi Yoshida
Card Stock
English
Holo
70
Psychic
Basic
Psychic ×2
2
150
Card Text
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Attack: Juxtapose
Flip a coin. If heads, switch the number of damage counters on Rocket's Mewtwo with the number of damage counters on the Defending Pokémon (even if it would Knock Out either Pokémon). (It's okay if 1 of the Pokémon has no damage counters on it.)
Attack: Hypnoblast (20)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Attack: Psyburn (60)
