Venusaur & Snivy-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Venusaur & Snivy-GX from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Rainbow card boasting 270 HP. This vibrant card features the ability Shining Vine and the attack Forest Dump, highlighting its strategic versatility. Numbered 249, it stands out in any collection for its dynamic design and gameplay potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Ability: Shining Vine – Allows switching an opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon when attaching Grass Energy.
• Attacks:
• Forest Dump: 160 damage, costs 1 Grass + 3 Colorless Energy
• Solar Plant-GX: Damages all opponent’s Pokémon and can heal all your Pokémon if extra Energy is attached (GX attack)

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Cosmic Eclipse set, card number 249, and is distinguished by its Rare Rainbow rarity. It is illustrated by 5ban Graphics and features the TAG TEAM rule where knocking out this card awards the opponent 3 Prize cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its card number (249), set code (sm12), and the distinctive Rare Rainbow foil treatment. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm12/sm12-249.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Note that this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The TAG TEAM rule applies, meaning when this Pokémon is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Rare Rainbow foil and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set introduced Venusaur & Snivy-GX as a powerful Grass-type TAG TEAM with a high HP pool and versatile abilities. The card stands out for its Rare Rainbow rarity and strategic GX attack, making it a notable collectible from the Sun & Moon series.

This Venusaur & Snivy-GX card remains a visually stunning and tactically interesting piece for collectors and players alike, despite its unknown legality status.