Ivysaur Collector’s Guide: Shining Legends (sm35-2)

Character Intro

Ivysaur from the Shining Legends set is a common card numbered 2. It features 100 HP and a distinctive attack called Toxic Whip. This card offers a straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Bulbasaur)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Razor Leaf: Deals 30 damage with a Grass and Colorless energy cost.
• Toxic Whip: Deals 50 damage and causes the opponent’s Active Pokémon to become Confused and Poisoned, requiring two Grass and two Colorless energies.
• Flavor Text: “There is a plant bulb on its back. When it absorbs nutrients, the bulb is said to blossom into a large flower.”
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This Ivysaur card is from the Sun & Moon series set “Shining Legends” with the set code sm35. It is a Common rarity card numbered 2 in the set. The card’s illustrator is Kouki Saitou, known for detailed and vibrant artwork.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card can be identified by its set code sm35-2 and the absence of a regulation mark. The image associated with this card is available at: /images/sm35/sm35-2.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its retreat cost of 4 and status as a Stage 1 Pokémon, it may be more suited for collectors than competitive play, but proper care ensures long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends (sm35): This set features a variety of Pokémon with unique artwork and abilities. Ivysaur appears as a Common Stage 1 Grass-type with notable attacks that include status effects, fitting well into thematic decks focusing on status conditions. The set’s release date is unknown, but it contributes to the Sun & Moon series’ diverse card pool.