The 2000 Pokémon Neo Genesis release features Sneasel as card number 25, a Darkness-type Basic Pokémon designed by Ken Sugimori with unique attack mechanics.
Sneasel
2000 • Pokémon • Neo Genesis
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Designed by artist Ken Sugimori, this Basic Pokémon card offers a distinct strategic profile for collectors and players interested in the early generations of the game. Sneasel boasts 60 HP and presents two notable attack options that rely on coin flipping mechanics. The first, Colorless Fury Swipes, requires flipping three coins to deal 10 damage for each result. The second, Beat Up, scales its damage by flipping a coin for each Pokémon in play, allowing for potentially high output depending on board state. These mechanics highlight the unpredictable nature of early TCG design, making the card a interesting study in game evolution. For collectors, the Neo Genesis set remains a cornerstone of Pokémon card history. Completing a Neo Genesis set is a popular goal for enthusiasts, and this card serves as an essential piece for those seeking to own a complete collection from this era. The card's rarity status as a Rare makes it a standard component for building comprehensive sets. Whether you are focusing on the Darkness type strategy or collecting the entire Neo Genesis series, this Sneasel card represents a key moment in Pokémon TCG history. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet effective design and its place within one of the most iconic expansions in the franchise's timeline.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Sneasel
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
60
Darkness
Basic
Psychic -30
215
Card Text
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Attack: Fury Swipes (10×)
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
Attack: Beat Up (20×)
Flip a coin for each of your Pokémon in play (including this one). This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
