Lt. Surge’s Fearow Pokemon Card Japanese No. 022 Vintage Holo Rare Near Mint
Lt. Surge’s Fearow Pokemon Card Japanese No. 022 Vintage Holo Rare Near Mint
Price: $20.00
Lt. Surge’s Fearow from the Japanese Gym 2 set, card number 022, holo rare in near mint raw condition. This one’s a vintage piece from the late ’90s era, showing off that classic holo pattern that picks up light in a subtle, swirling way without overwhelming the eye. The artwork captures Fearow mid-swoop, wings spread wide against a stormy backdrop, with Lt. Surge’s gym vibe tying it into the trainer theme—simple lines, bold colors, and that foil sheen adding depth to the feathers.
On the card text side, it’s a colorless type with 70 HP, evolving from Spearow. No ability here, but attacks keep it straightforward: Clutch does 20 damage and locks the opponent’s active Pokémon from retreating next turn, while Dive Bomb slams for 50 damage flat. Weak to lightning, resists fighting, retreat cost of one—pretty standard for a basic flyer in those early sets, making it playable in decks focused on quick switches or trainer synergies.
Gym 2 dropped in 1999 as part of the expansion tying into the Kanto gym leaders, and these Japanese prints often have that thicker card stock compared to English versions, which can lead to minor centering quirks on the holo borders. Raw copies like this one tend to show up with factory-fresh edges if stored right, though watch for slight whitening on high-traffic spots from shuffling back in the day. In near mint shape, the corners are sharp, no dings or bends, edges clean without chipping, and the surface is smooth with minimal scratches—holo flash is intact, no clouding or peeling, just that even sparkle across the art. Centering looks solid, maybe a hair off on the bottom but nothing distracting, and the back’s got that clean Pokémon logo without print lines or fading.
Sleeve it up for a binder spot or let it chill in a top loader—either way, it’s got that old-school charm.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Lt. Surge’s Fearow
– Set: Gym 2 (Japanese)
– Rarity: Holo Rare
– Condition: Near Mint Raw
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