Hitmonchan Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Hitmonchan Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

A vintage Pokémon trading card featuring the fighting-type Pokémon Hitmonchan with its attacks 'Jab' and 'Special Punch'.

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DESCRIPTION

A single Pokémon trading card featuring the fighting-type Pokémon 'Hitmonchan'. The card is a 'Basic' Pokémon, Level 33, with 90 HP. It has two attacks: 'Jab' for 30 damage and 'Special Punch' for 90 damage. The artwork depicts Hitmonchan in a dynamic pose, ready to punch. The card indicates weakness and retreat cost, typical of the Pokémon Trading Card Game mechanics.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese MythologyModern (post-WWII), but reflecting ancient traditions

Many Pokémon designs, including fighting types like Hitmonchan, draw inspiration from various aspects of Japanese folklore, martial arts, and mythology, often personifying strength and discipline.

Martial Arts TraditionHistorically ongoing

Hitmonchan's design and abilities directly reference real-world boxing and martial arts, embodying the discipline and powerful striking techniques found in global combat sports.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Strategic gameplay and deck building within the Pokémon Trading Card Game community.
•Collecting and trading cards among enthusiasts, often driven by nostalgia and speculative value.
•Displaying prized cards in protective cases or binders as a form of cultural veneration.

Meaning Through Time

Late 1990s - Early 2000s

Initially seen primarily as a children's game and collectible, representing a fun and engaging fantasy world.

2010s - Present

Evolved into a more serious collectible market with significant financial value attached to rare and well-preserved cards, driven by nostalgia among original fans and new collectors.

HISTORICAL STORY

The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) was first released in Japan in 1996 and internationally in 1999. It became a global phenomenon, popularizing card collecting and strategic gameplay. This particular card, featuring Hitmonchan, is from an older set, likely part of an early release wave given the ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Hitmonchan is named after the renowned martial artist Jackie Chan, reflecting its fighting type and punching abilities.

Early Pokémon cards, especially those from the 'Base Set', are highly sought after by collectors, particularly if they are '1st Edition' or 'Shadowless' prints, although these specific features are not clearly discernible in the provided image.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a smooth, glossy finish typical of trading card stock. The edges appear slightly worn, suggesting handling over time.

Weight & Feel

Lightweight and thin, as expected for a single paper/cardboard trading card.

Condition

The card shows signs of general wear, including some minor edge wear and surface scuffs visible in the lighting. The corners appear slightly blunted. Exact condition (e.g., presence of creases, foil condition if applicable) cannot be fully assessed from the image quality.