Collector’s Guide: Electrode (Jungle #2) Rare Holo

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Electrode
• Set: Jungle (Base2)
• Card Number: 2
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• HP: 90
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Voltorb)
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Tackle: Deals 20 damage for two Colorless energy.
• Chain Lightning: Deals 20 damage for three Lightning energy; if the Defending Pokémon is not Colorless, this attack also does 10 damage to each Benched Pokémon of the same type as the Defending Pokémon (including your own).
• Flavor Text: “It stores electrical energy under very high pressure. It often explodes with little or no provocation.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Electrode card is from the Jungle expansion, the second card in the set, featuring a Rare Holo foil treatment. It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his iconic Pokémon artwork. This printing is notable for its strong HP of 90 and the unique Chain Lightning attack that can damage multiple Pokémon based on type.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base2
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Types: Lightning
• Print Variants: None listed for this exact printing
• Regulation Mark: None
• Market Reference Query: “Electrode Jungle 2”

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil quality and maintain card condition, store this Electrode card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the holographic areas. Use a top loader or a rigid case for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Jungle Set: The Jungle expansion introduced several fan-favorite Pokémon and expanded the base game with new Stage 1 evolutions like Electrode. This set is prized for its classic artwork and the introduction of cards with unique attacks such as Chain Lightning, which adds strategic depth.