Mew 47
Set: Wizards Black Star Promos
Released: Jul 1, 1999
Pokémon
Psychic Type
Promo
Psychic Type
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About Mew
So rare that it is still said to be a mirage by many experts. Only a few people have seen it worldwide.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #151
- Card Number 47
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date01/07/1999
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Wizards Black Star Promos
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Psychic
- Health Points40 HP
- Weakness
Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Psychic 
Colorless ×1 Abilities
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Pokémon Power:
Neutral Shield
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Mew by Evolved Pokémon. You can't use this power if Mew is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks
- Psyshock10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Mew resting peacefully on a large, flat rock surrounded by lush, green grass. The background is a soft blur of earth tones, creating a tranquil and secluded atmosphere. The art style is vibrant and cartoonish, with a soft color palette dominated by greens and pastel pinks, accentuating Mew’s gentle and mystical nature. The shading is subtle, giving the scene a dreamy quality that enhances the mythical aura of Mew. The mood is calm and serene, inviting a sense of wonder.
Playability Overview
Mew’s ability to block damage from evolved Pokémon makes it a strategic defensive choice, but its low HP and reliance on coin flips limit offensive reliability.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Mystic SerenityThis Mew card exudes tranquility with its soft pink hues and the serene stone setting. I’d place it in a section dedicated to calm and peaceful Pokémon. It pairs beautifully with cards that have gentle backgrounds or themes of rest, like a soothing forest scene or a relaxing pond.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Calm / Pastel / Dreamy / Enigmatic Powers
