Sunkern (HeartGold SoulSilver 85) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Sunkern is a Common card from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, numbered 85. This lively Pokémon has 40 HP and features the attack Seed Bomb. Its simple design and modest stats make it a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Water (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Cure Kernels: Removes 2 damage counters from one of your Pokémon (cost: 1 Colorless).
• Seed Bomb: Deals 20 damage (cost: 1 Grass, 1 Colorless).
• Flavor Text: “It may plummet from the sky. If attacked by a Spearow, it will violently shake its leaves.”
• Illustrator: Yuka Morii
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Key Printings

This exact printing appears in HeartGold SoulSilver as card number 85. It is a common rarity card and does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “hgss1” and the card number 85. The card’s subtypes include Basic, and it carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Yuka Morii illustration, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition, especially for cataloging within a larger collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: Features Sunkern as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with modest HP and useful healing and attacking moves. It fits well into early-game strategies with its low retreat cost and supportive Cure Kernels attack.