Seel (Base Set 2 #61) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Seel from the Base Set 2 is a Water-type Basic Pokémon card with 60 HP. It features a single attack, Headbutt, which deals 10 damage and requires one Water Energy. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Lightning-type attacks (×2). Notably, it does not have any abilities or resistances.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Seel is from the Base Set 2, identified by the set code “base4” and card number 61. It is classified as an Uncommon rarity card and was illustrated by Ken Sugimori. The card’s flavor text highlights Seel’s horn, describing it as very hard and used for bashing through thick ice.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is a Basic stage Pokémon with no evolutions from other cards. The regulation mark and release date are unknown. The card is currently listed with a legality status of unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this Seel card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it is an Uncommon card that can be a valuable part of a Base Set 2 collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set with updated artwork and minor changes. Seel #61 is a straightforward Water-type Basic Pokémon card with simple mechanics, fitting the early gameplay style of the set.