1st edition original pokemon cards I opened a Base Set pack & pulled one! 😮, #pokemon #pokemoncard #pokemoncards A complete 1999 1st Edition

Sometimes, without spending a single energy, you can deny an opponent one, even two points by retreating a wounded -EX

Compare the backs Check to ensure the colours match with an authentic card (especially the shade of blue) Fakes will have slightly darker or a lighter border Avoid cards with washed out backs No edge bleeding - the border should be separate Pokmon card backs have been the same for decades, meaning that comparing cards using the backs is a reliable way to check if a card is fake or not

This is right after a Zodiac Monster AND a hellish Escort Mission

This meant that it was an extremely rare promo card, which already brought its tournament-legal status into question