Bug Catcher

Unified Minds 189/236 • uncommon

Set: Unified Minds
Number: 189/236
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2019
Market price: $0.21
Artist: kirisAki

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Market

What it's worth

$0.21market price via TCGplayer · Sep 10, 2026$0.18 – $0.23 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon Trainer card from the Unified Minds expansion is a staple for fans of the classic bug-catching mechanic in Pokémon lore. It is valued by players and collectors alike for its utility in gameplay and the nostalgic representation of the quintessential early-game trainer archetype.

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Card face

What it does

Supporter

Draw 2 cards. Flip a coin. If heads, draw 2 more cards.

You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn (before your attack).

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Bug Catcher Trainer card was introduced in the Unified Minds expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which was released in August 2019. The set served as a tribute to the team-up mechanics introduced in the preceding Sun & Moon era, drawing inspiration from the dynamic pairings found in the Alola region games. As an uncommon card, it serves a functional role in gameplay, allowing players to draw cards based on the number of Pokémon they have in play, echoing the classic trope of the bug-catching enthusiast searching for new additions to their party.

The illustration was crafted by artist Ken Sugimori, whose work has defined the visual identity of the Pokémon franchise since its inception. Sugimori’s design for this card utilizes a clean, nostalgic aesthetic that harkens back to the original Kanto region bug catchers, characterized by their iconic nets and distinct headwear. His approach prioritizes clarity and character recognition, ensuring that the card feels authentic to the long-standing tradition of the trainer archetype within the lore.

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Bug CatcherFusion Strike · #226/264 · uncommon · 2021$0.08

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