Base Set·#83·1999
Maintenance is a classic Trainer card from the inaugural generation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, part of the strategic foundation of early deck building. This specific card is a 1st Edition printing from the 1999 Base Set, a rare and highly prized variant that stands out due to its historical significance and limited release. Here, visitors can delve into the card's mechanics, including its unique hand-fixing effect, learn about its detailed artwork, and explore the context of its initial release.
Read more ↓Maintenance is not a Pokémon but rather a Trainer card, representing an item or action within the Pokémon universe. As such, it doesn't have a specific Pokédex entry, natural habitat, diet, or evolutionary line. Trainer cards are fundamental to the gameplay of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, providing strategic depth by allowing players to perform actions, use items, or interact with their Pokémon in various ways beyond direct attacks. These cards are introduced from the very first generation of the TCG, alongside the Pokémon and Energy cards, establishing the core mechanics of the game. Maintenance, like many early Trainer cards, reflects the more grounded, technical aspects of a Pokémon trainer's journey, suggesting the upkeep and care involved in managing a team of Pokémon. Its role in the games and anime is conceptual, representing the unseen preparations and tactical decisions made by trainers to ensure their Pokémon are ready for battle. While not a character, cards like Maintenance contribute to the overall world-building and strategic richness of the Pokémon TCG, making the battles feel like more than just simple exchanges of attacks.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
