Collector’s Guide: Super Potion (Base Set 2 #117)

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Super Potion
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 117
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• HP: Unknown
• Type: None (Trainer card)
• Stage: None
• Legality: unknown

Super Potion is a Trainer card from the Base Set 2 expansion. It allows players to discard 1 Energy card attached to one of their Pokémon to remove up to 4 damage counters from that Pokémon. This healing effect makes it a useful support card in gameplay.

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Super Potion from Base Set 2, card number 117. It is illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi and classified as an Uncommon card. No alternate print variants are documented for this specific card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 117
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Rules Text: “Discard 1 Energy card attached to 1 of your own Pokémon in order to remove up to 4 damage counters from that Pokémon.”
• Legality: unknown

No print variants or alternate artworks are known for this card.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of your Super Potion card:
– Store in a protective sleeve or top-loader to prevent 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.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt transferring to the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions, including Super Potion. It is known for its nostalgic value and accessibility to collectors seeking classic cards with updated print runs.