Weedle (Neo Discovery 70) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Weedle is a Common Pokémon card from the Neo Discovery set, numbered 70. It has 40 HP and a single attack, Spike Stab. The straightforward design makes it a clean, collectible entry in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Spike Stab — Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Poisoned and takes 20 damage; if tails, the attack does nothing.
• Flavor Text: Its poison stinger is very powerful. Its bright-colored body is intended to warn off its enemies.
• Illustrator: Miki Tanaka
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Neo Discovery set as card number 70. It is a Common card and does not evolve from any other Pokémon. The artwork and Grass typing align with the early Neo series aesthetic.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the Neo Discovery set code “neo2,” card number 70, and the illustrator credit to Miki Tanaka. The single Grass Energy attack and 40 HP also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. According to available data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork and maintain condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep its value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Discovery: This set introduced Weedle as a common Grass-type basic Pokémon with a unique coin-flip attack that can poison opponents. The card’s simple but effective design fits the early Neo series aesthetic.