The first card in the 2012 Next Destinies series, this Pinsir trading card features Grass-type abilities and basic stage gameplay for the Pokémon TCG.
Pinsir
2012 • Pokémon • Next Destinies
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Pinsir holds the position of card number 1 in the 2012 Next Destinies expansion, marking the start of this Pokémon TCG set. Designed by Masakazu Fukuda, this Basic Grass-type card offers straightforward mechanics suitable for various deck strategies. With 80 HP, it provides a reliable foundation for players looking to attach Energy and utilize its attacks, including Colorless Power Pinch and Grip and Squeeze. The card's design reflects the era's aesthetic, serving as an essential entry point for collectors building the complete Next Destinies collection. As a numbered release, it holds significance for those tracking sequential set progress. Whether you are interested in completing a set or expanding your Grass-type collection, this card represents a fundamental piece of the Next Destinies universe.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Pinsir
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Masakazu Fukuda
Card Stock
English
80
Grass
Basic
Fire ×2
2
127
Card Text
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Attack: Power Pinch
Flip 2 coins. For each heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Attack: Grip and Squeeze (70)
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
It grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can't tear, it tosses far.