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Mewtwo — Base Set Pokémon card

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Mewtwo

Base Set·#10·1999

Mewtwo, a legendary Psychic-type Pokémon, was introduced in Generation I and is famously a genetically engineered clone of Mew, holding immense cultural significance across the franchise. This specific card is the highly coveted 1st Edition holographic rare Mewtwo from the Base Set, released in 1999, distinguished by its iconic art and historical context. Here, visitors will find detailed Pokédex lore, a breakdown of its Psychic and Barrier attacks with their energy costs, its weakness, and the fascinating history of this particular edition.

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Card Number
#10
Release Date
May 31, 1995
Language
EN
Set Code
bs

Mewtwo is a legendary Psychic-type Pokémon, a genetically engineered clone of the ancient Pokémon Mew, and was first introduced in Generation I of the Pokémon franchise. Its creation was the result of horrific gene-splicing and DNA engineering experiments, as detailed in its Pokédex entries, making it one of the most powerful and intelligent Pokémon in existence. Mewtwo's natural habitat is not truly "natural," as it was born in a laboratory, but it often seeks solitude in caves or remote locations, reflecting its conflicted existence and immense power. Its diet is not specified, as its existence transcends typical biological needs, focusing instead on its psychic energy. In the games, Mewtwo is a formidable adversary and a highly sought-after legendary Pokémon, often found as a post-game challenge. It played a central role in the very first Pokémon movie, "Mewtwo Strikes Back," where its existential crisis and quest for meaning resonated deeply with audiences, solidifying its cultural significance as one of the most iconic Pokémon. Its type matchups grant it advantages against Fighting and Poison types, while it is vulnerable to Bug, Ghost, and Dark type attacks. Mewtwo has no evolutionary line, existing as a standalone legendary Pokémon, though it can achieve two different Mega Evolutions in later games.

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