Collector’s Guide: PlusPower (Base Set #84)

Quick Facts

PlusPower is an Uncommon Trainer card from the original Base Set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi, this card functions as a tool that attaches to your Active Pokémon. At the end of your turn, PlusPower is discarded. Its effect boosts the damage of your Active Pokémon’s attacks by 10 if the attack deals damage after applying Weakness and Resistance. The card has no HP, types, abilities, or attacks itself.

• Card Number: 84
• Set: Base
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the original Base Set printing of PlusPower, identified by the set code “base1” and card number 84. No other print variants or reprints are documented for this exact printing.

Variants & Identifiers

• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Set Code: base1
• Card Number: 84
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Regulation Mark: None
• Print Variants: None known

Care & Storage Tips

As a Trainer card without HP or special durability features, PlusPower should be stored in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches. Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the card’s colors and paper quality. Given its age and collectible value, consider archival-grade storage solutions.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: PlusPower debuted as a useful damage-boosting Trainer card. It remains a nostalgic piece for collectors of the original Pokémon TCG era. Its simple yet effective rule text reflects the straightforward gameplay mechanics of the Base Set.