Blaine\'s Arcanine No. 059 Japanese Gym 2 Challenge Holo Rare Pokemon Card For Sale

BLAINE\'S ARCANINE - NO. 059 - JAPANESE GYM 2 CHALLENGE FROM THE DARKNESS - HOLO RAREA VINTAGE JAPANESE GYM HOLO FROM THE ORIGINAL ERAThis is Blaine\'s Arcanine from the Japanese Gym 2 set, Challenge from the Darkness. Ken Sugimori\'s artwork shows Arcanine mid-roar, framed by the classic red fire-type border and the starlight holo pattern that defined the era. Blaine\'s gym badge sits in the lower corner, marking it as part of the beloved Gym Leader series. A great way to own a genuine 1998 Japanese holo without paying graded-copy prices.WHY THIS CARD STANDS OUT- Japanese Gym 2: The original Japanese printing, released years before many collectors started chasing vintage Japanese cards.- Ken Sugimori artwork: Illustrated by the artist who designed the original 151 Pokemon.- Gym Leader series: Blaine\'s cards are among the most collected of the Gym era.- Starlight holo: The classic vintage foil pattern that sparkles across the entire art box.CONDITION: LIGHTLY PLAYED - PLEASE READThe card presents well overall. Centering is solid on both sides, the borders are clean with no significant whitening, and there are no creases or bends. Please note the following:- Small print specks are visible in the holo foil when tilted under direct light, most noticeable around the upper left of the artwork. These are typical of vintage Japanese holo printing.- Light surface scratching on the back, visible under direct light.Close-up photos under light are included so you can see exactly what you are getting. Priced to reflect the wear. Please note this card is ungraded. Every photo shows the exact card you will receive, front and back, with no stock images. Want more photos or angles? Just send me a message.