Bulbasaur (Shining Legends 1) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Bulbasaur from the Shining Legends set is a Common card numbered 1. It has 70 HP and features the attack Razor Leaf. This card offers a straightforward, classic design for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Razor Leaf (30 damage, costs Grass + Colorless)
• Flavor Text: “A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon.”
• Set Code: sm35
• Subtypes: Basic
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Mizue
• Image URL: /images/sm35/sm35-1.jpg

Key Printings

Printed as card number 1 in the Shining Legends set, this Common is accessible for collectors and players. As a Basic Pokémon, it does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Bulbasaur card. It is identified by set code “sm35” and the number “1” in the Shining Legends series. The illustrator Mizue’s signature style is a helpful visual marker.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No specific tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common yet visually appealing card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its condition, especially since it features detailed artwork by Mizue.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Legends (sm35): This set includes Bulbasaur as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack and classic flavor text. It serves as an introductory card for collectors focusing on the Sun & Moon series.