Lt. Surge Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lt. Surge is a Rare Trainer card from the Gym Heroes set, numbered 101. This card channels the electric, commanding presence of the Vermilion Gym Leader and occupies a distinctive niche in the Gym Heroes lineup.

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Lt. Surge
• Set Code: gym1
• Series: Gym
• Stage: None (Trainer card)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Types: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This printing of Lt. Surge appears in Gym Heroes (set code gym1) as card number 101. It is a Rare card illustrated by Ken Sugimori. No other print variants are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Lt. Surge card. It is identified by its unique number (101) within Gym Heroes and the absence of HP, attacks, or abilities. The card image is available at /images/gym1/gym1-101.jpg for reference.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card includes a special rule: you can only play it if you have at least one Basic Pokémon card in your hand. When played, you put a Basic Pokémon from your hand into play as your Active Pokémon and move your old Active Pokémon to the Bench, provided your Bench is not full.

Care & Storage Tips

• Use a protective sleeve and store away from direct sunlight to preserve Ken Sugimori’s artwork.
• Maintain low humidity and a stable environment to prevent warping.
• Minimize handling to keep the card in mint condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes (gym1): Introduces Lt. Surge as a rare Trainer card with a distinctive gameplay mechanic. Its lack of HP and attacks distinguishes it from typical Pokémon cards, emphasizing strategic play. The set is notable for classic Ken Sugimori artwork and its focus on Gym Leaders.