What are Baby Pokémon Cards?
Baby Pokémon cards are a type of Basic Pokémon card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) that represent the youngest form of a Pokémon and are typically characterized by their low HP and unique attacks. These cards were introduced in the Neo Genesis set and are often distinguished by a Poké-Power called “Baby Evolution,” which allows them to evolve into more powerful forms.
Introduction to Baby Pokémon Cards
Baby Pokémon are a special kind of Basic Pokémon that have their own set of rules and characteristics in the TCG. They are often collected for their cuteness and rarity, and can be a valuable addition to any Pokémon deck.
FAQs about Baby Pokémon Cards
Q1: What Makes a Pokémon a Baby Pokémon?
A baby Pokémon is a Pokémon at the lowest stage of evolution that cannot itself breed, but whose evolution(s) can. This concept was introduced in Generation II, along with breeding.
Q2: Are Baby Pokémon Cards Rare?
Generally, baby Pokémon are not going to be the rarest or most powerful Pokémon TCG cards in the sets, but that doesn’t make them any less special. These cute little ones offer their own blend of moves and cuteness, and often baby Pokémon are collected simply because they are fan favorites.
Q3: What is the Difference Between Basic and Baby Pokémon?
Baby Pokémon cards, introduced in Neo Genesis, are a special kind of Basic Pokémon, sometimes distinguished by a Poké-Power called “Baby Evolution.” Baby Pokémon have low HP, but their attacks have strange and sometimes very powerful effects.
Q4: Can Baby Pokémon Be Shiny?
If one of the parent Pokémon is shiny, the chances of a shiny baby go up somewhat. If both parent Pokémon are shiny, there is a good chance the egg will contain a shiny Pokémon, but there is a chance the Pokémon may not be shiny.
Q5: What are the Three Types of Pokémon Cards?
In the Pokémon universe, there are three different categories of cards that you’ll find in any given deck: Pokémon character cards, Energy cards, and Trainer cards.
Q6: Which Pokémon Cards are Worth Money?
The top rare and valuable Pokémon cards include the 2002 First-Edition Mysterious Mountains Crystal Charizard, 2004 Pokémon EX Team Rocket Returns Holo Torchic Gold Star, and the 2005 Pokémon EX Deoxys Gold Star Holo Rayquaza.
Q7: What is the Rarest Form of Pokémon Card?
The Pikachu Illustrator Card is one of the rarest and most valuable Pokémon cards ever produced, with its artwork of Pikachu illustrated by the electric mouse’s original artist Atsuko Nishida.
Q8: Are Baby Pokémon Cards Banned from School?
Pokémon cards, including baby Pokémon cards, have been banned from some schools due to trading issues and distractions in the classroom.
Q9: How Do You Tell if a Pokémon Card is Rare?
The symbols on the card are Pokémon card rarity symbols: a circle means a card is common, a diamond is the marker for uncommon cards, and a star is used to mark rare cards.
Q10: How Do I Know if My Pokémon Cards are Worth Money?
At the very bottom of every Pokémon card is its edition and print date. In most instances, the earlier the edition, the more the card is worth, with first edition cards being particularly valuable.
Q11: Can Baby Pokémon Be Obtained with Ditto?
Ditto has the unique ability to breed with any Pokémon in the game, except those that belong in the No Eggs Discovered Group, which contains baby Pokémon, certain special form Pokémon, and nearly all of the Mythical and Legendary Pokémon.
Q12: What is the Hardest Pokémon Card to Get?
The very rare Gold Star Pokémon cards are particularly difficult to obtain, with only one appearing in approximately every 88 booster packs.
Q13: Why Do Kids Collect Pokémon Cards?
Children who like to collect the same things often form great friendships and spend lots of time socializing, comparing, and trading.
Q14: What Age is Appropriate for Pokémon Cards?
This streamlined TCG experience, with mini decks and simpler rules, is a great way to introduce the game to kids ages 6+.
Q15: What is the Baby Pokémon Rule in TCG?
If a player attempts to attack an opponent’s Baby Pokémon, the attacking player flips a coin as usual, but with certain exceptions for non-Baby Pokémon.