What do the numbers on a Pokemon card mean?

ComposingGuru·2 years ago

I disagree with the whole 'numbers are super important' vibe. Just play with the cards you like. Who cares if you've got '102/149' or the zillionth Pikachu? If it zaps, it's cool.

UnifyingSlum·2 years ago

Ah, the mysterious numbers on Pokemon cards! They're not just random digits; they actually serve a purpose. The number in the bottom corner, looking something like '102/149,' tells you the card's position in the set - in this case, it's the 102nd card out of 149. There's also a small number next to the illustrator's name, which is the card's unique identification code, handy for collectors or when you're trying to find or reference a specific card. Lastly, if you see a number next to an attack, that's the attack's damage output or effect magnitude. So, now you're somewhat of a Pokemon card linguist!