Parasect (Base Set 2 #55) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Parasect from Base Set 2 is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 60 HP. It evolves from Paras and features two attacks: Spore, which puts the Defending Pokémon to sleep, and Slash, dealing 30 damage. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as an Uncommon rarity.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Base Set 2 expansion, identified by card number 55. It is part of the original Base series and carries no regulation mark. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Set Name: Base Set 2
– Card Number: 55
– Rarity: Uncommon
– Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
– Types: Grass
– Stage: Stage 1

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this Parasect card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Ken Sugimori. Use rigid top loaders or binders designed for Pokémon cards to maintain its value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many Base Set cards with updated artwork and layout. Parasect #55 remains a solid Stage 1 Grass-type option with sleep-inducing capabilities through its Spore attack.

Legality: unknown
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