#43 Primeape - Jungle (base2)
Primeape is a Fighting-type Pokémon with 70 HP and a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. It features two attacks: Fury Swipes, which requires two Fighting energy to deal 20 damage multiplied by the number of heads from three flipped coins, and Tantrum, a three-energy attack that deals 50 damage and has a 50% chance to leave Primeape Confused after resolving. The card has no resistances but is weak to Psychic-type attacks, which deal double damage. Designed by artist Kagemaru Himeno, the card reflects a Pokémon known for its relentless pursuit, as indicated by its flavor text emphasizing fury and determination. It belongs to the Base series, released in the Jungle set on June 16, 1999, and is classified as an Uncommon rarity. Primeape’sdex number is 57, and its thematic color palette aligns with the set’s overall design. The card’s mechanics and attributes are consistent with its role in the Pokémon TCG’s early iterations.
Type
Pokémon
Rarity
Uncommon
Artist
Kagemaru Himeno
Release Date
6/16/1999
Jungle
Base
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