Collector’s Guide: Energy Retrieval (Base Set 2 #110)

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Energy Retrieval
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 110
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Type: Trainer Item (no specific type)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules Text: Trade 1 of the other cards in your hand for up to 2 basic Energy cards from your discard pile.
• HP, Abilities, Attacks: Not applicable (this is a Trainer card)
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Energy Retrieval card is from the Base Set 2 expansion, identified by set code base4. It is an Uncommon Trainer card illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. The card does not evolve from any other card and has no attacks or abilities, functioning solely as an Item card to recover Energy cards from the discard pile.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 110
• Print Variants: None documented
• Regulation Mark: None
• Legality: unknown

Collectors can identify this card by its unique artwork and the Base Set 2 symbol. No alternate printings or special variants are known for this exact printing.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of your Energy Retrieval card from Base Set 2:
– Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
– Avoid excessive handling to preserve the card’s surface and corners.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions, including Energy Retrieval. The card retains its original function as a useful Trainer Item for energy recovery. It is an Uncommon card, making it moderately accessible for collectors focusing on Base Set 2.