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Mightyena — Ruby & Sapphire Pokémon card

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MightyenaRuby & Sapphire #42 Pokémon Card

Ruby & Sapphire·#42·2003

Mightyena, the loyal and fierce Bite Pokémon, is a Dark-type creature from the Hoenn region, evolving from the playful Poochyena and holding a significant place in Pokémon lore. This Ruby & Sapphire card, released in 2003, is a regular rare printing, notable for being one of the first TCG appearances of this Generation III Pokémon. Here, you will discover Mightyena's Pokédex lore, the card's attack mechanics including energy costs and damage, its weakness, and its historical context within the TCG.

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Card Number
#42
Release Date
June 17, 2013
Language
EN
Set Code
rs

Mightyena, the Bite Pokémon, is a Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, hailing from the Hoenn region. It is the evolved form of Poochyena, evolving at level 18, and is known for its pack-hunting behavior and loyalty to its trainer. In the wild, Mightyena typically roams in forests and grasslands, often found leading packs of Poochyena. Its diet consists primarily of small prey, which it hunts using its keen sense of smell and powerful jaws. Mightyena's behavior is characterized by its fierce protectiveness of its pack and its cunning tactics in hunting. In the Pokémon games, Mightyena often serves as an early-game Dark-type option, valued for its decent attack and speed stats. In the anime, it has been featured as a reliable partner to trainers, showcasing its loyalty and strength in battles. Its Dark typing gives it an advantage against Psychic and Ghost types, while making it vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy moves. Mightyena's design, resembling a hyena-like canine, contributes to its popularity among fans who appreciate its sleek and intimidating appearance, embodying the essence of a powerful predator. Its evolution from the cute yet mischievous Poochyena into a formidable hunter makes its evolutionary line a classic example of growth and power in the Pokémon world.

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