Venusaur (Base Set #15) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Venusaur from the Base Set (#15) is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon card with 100 HP. It features the Pokémon Power Energy Trans, allowing the player to move Grass Energy cards between their Pokémon during their turn, provided Venusaur is not affected by Sleep, Confusion, or Paralysis. Its attack, Solarbeam, deals 60 damage and requires four Grass Energy cards. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and classified as a Rare Holo.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the original Base Set, identified by set code “base1” and card number 15. It is a Rare Holo card, making it a sought-after collectible for fans of the earliest Pokémon TCG releases.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Set Name: Base
– Card Number: 15
– Rarity: Rare Holo
– Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
– Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Ivysaur)
– Types: Grass
– Abilities: Energy Trans (Pokémon Power)
– Attack: Solarbeam (60 damage)

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Rare Holo Venusaur card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Avoid bending or heavy pressure to maintain holofoil integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set (base1): The original launch set of the Pokémon TCG, featuring iconic cards like Venusaur #15. This set introduced foundational gameplay mechanics and remains highly collectible.

Legality

The card’s tournament legality is unknown.