Pinsir #9 from the 2019 Pokémon Team Up series, a rare Grass-type card illustrated by Eri Yamaki, essential for dedicated TCG collectors.
Pinsir
2019 • Pokémon • Team Up
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Pinsir #9 from the 2019 Pokémon Team Up series is a foundational piece for Grass-type collectors seeking to complete their sets. Designed by Eri Yamaki, this card identifies the Bug/Grass Pokémon with its 120 HP and strategic attack options that appeal to both competitive players and hobbyists. The Team Up expansion marked a significant era in the Pokémon TCG, introducing fresh mechanics and visual styles that defined the mid-2010s collecting experience. For investors and set builders, this card number holds a distinct place in the catalog due to its Rare rarity designation. The gameplay mechanics, including Colorless Grip and Squeeze and the high-risk Guillotine Hug attack, offer tactical depth that has kept the card relevant in casual play and collection displays. Whether you are tracking down low-numbered cards or focusing on specific Pokémon families, understanding the context of the 2019 release helps appreciate the card's design and utility. Pinsir remains a recognizable figure in the franchise, and owning a copy of this Team Up iteration allows collectors to engage with a pivotal moment in the game's history. The product's identity is rooted in its clear categorization within the broader Pokémon universe, making it a valuable addition for those who value both aesthetic appeal and mechanical function in their collections.
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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
Eri Yamaki
Card Stock
English
120
Grass
Basic
Fire ×2
3
127
Card Text
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Attack: Grip and Squeeze (30)
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Guillotine Hug
Flip 2 coins. If both of them are heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is Knocked Out.
It gets into territorial disputes with Vikavolt. For some reason, it apparently gets along well with Heracross in Alola.
