Venonat (Base Set 2 #97) Collectors Guide

Quick Facts

Venonat from Base Set 2 is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features two attacks: Stun Spore, which can paralyze the opponent’s Pokémon on a coin flip, and Leech Life, which deals damage and heals Venonat by removing damage counters equal to the damage dealt. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and classified as a Common rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 97
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• HP: 40
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base4 and card number 97. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Venonat card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This Venonat is part of the Base Set 2 series, a reprint set that includes many fan-favorite cards from the original Base Set with updated card frames and artwork. It retains the classic gameplay mechanics and art style by Mitsuhiro Arita, making it a nostalgic piece for collectors.

Legality: unknown
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