Mienshao 88 / 149 Pokemon Card from Boundaries Crossed Set

About the Mienshao Pokémon Card

Mienshao is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Boundaries Crossed set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 88/149 and is classified as Uncommon. The Boundaries Crossed set was released on November 7, 2012.

The card includes the flavor text: “Using the long fur on its arms like whips, it launches into combo attacks that, once started, no one can stop.”.

Mienshao Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Mienshao

Card number: 88/149

Set: Boundaries Crossed

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Fighting

HP: 90

Artist: Kagemaru Himeno

Release date: November 7, 2012

National Pokédex number: 620

Why Collect the Mienshao Pokémon Card?

Mienshao is most often collected as part of a complete Boundaries Crossed set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Mienshao Pokémon Card

Mienshao was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Mienshao Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Mienshao is about $0.69. Recent listings range from roughly $0.83 (low) to

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Boundaries Crossed set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Mienshao Pokémon Card

Whether Mienshao is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

How Rare Is the Mienshao Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Mienshao sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Other Printings of Mienshao

Mienshao appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include White Flare 134 (around $9.23), Paradox Rift 200 (around $8.44) and ホワイトフレア 132 (around $4.16).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Mienshao Pokémon Card

The Mienshao pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Boundaries Crossed set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Boundaries Crossed set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.69; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

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