Collector’s Guide: Voltorb (Base Set #67)

Quick Facts

Voltorb from the Base Set is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features a single attack, Tackle, which deals 10 damage and requires one Colorless Energy. This card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of one Colorless Energy. The card’s flavor text notes that Voltorb is “Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Monster Ball, it has zapped many people.” The illustration is by Keiji Kinebuchi.

Key Printings

• Set: Base
• Card Number: 67
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Stage: Basic
• Types: Lightning
• Legality: unknown

Variants & Identifiers

This Voltorb card has no known print variants or alternate versions. It is identified by its set code base1-67 and is part of the original Base Set. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this vintage Base Set Voltorb card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid handling the card with bare hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the surface. Using a top loader or a graded card case is recommended for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: This Voltorb card is part of the foundational Base Set, which introduced many iconic Pokémon cards. It is a straightforward, common Basic Pokémon with a simple attack, reflecting the early design style of the Pokémon TCG.