Blaine's Ninetales 2/132 — Gym Challenge (English, Non‑Holo, Ungraded)

Ungraded, lightly played Blaine’s Ninetales (English) — Gym Challenge 2/132. This is the non‑holo printing illustrated by Ken Sugimori from the second Gym Challenge expansion.

Condition & grading: Sold ungraded and described honestly as lightly played. Front shows light surface scuffs and visible edge/side whitening (most noticeable along the top edge). Corners show mild softening consistent with gentle handling. There are no major creases or heavy bends visible in the photos and the card lays flat. The back shows normal play wear with no water damage or staining. Centering appears acceptable for the print run. This example is a solid affordable collectible copy but not a pristine, grade-ready mint specimen.

Notable features: Classic Ken Sugimori artwork and original Gym Challenge styling make this an attractive pick for collectors of Gym Leader-themed cards and Base‑era expansions. The Gym Challenge set icon and card number (2/132) are present. This is the English, non‑foil version (not holofoil).

Collectible value & playability: Primarily a collector’s piece for its vintage appeal, artwork, and set identity rather than a modern tournament card. Value is driven by nostalgia and set completeness; ungraded, lightly played copies typically sell at a lower price point than graded mint examples. It would be a good candidate for someone building a Gym Challenge set or a Ken Sugimori art-focused collection.

Extras & observations: Image area and text are intact and legible. I’ve noted the most obvious wear (top edge whitening and light surface scuffs) so buyers know what to expect. Photos provided show the front and back for condition verification.