Collector’s Guide: Drowzee (Base Set 2 #73)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Drowzee
• HP: 50
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 73
• Legality: unknown

Drowzee is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It has two attacks: Pound, dealing 10 damage for one Colorless Energy, and Confuse Ray, which deals 10 damage and may confuse the opponent’s Pokémon if a coin flip is heads. The card’s flavor text notes that Drowzee “puts enemies to sleep, then eats their dreams,” sometimes getting sick from bad dreams.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Drowzee from the Base Set 2 expansion, card number 73. This printing features classic Ken Sugimori artwork and is a common rarity card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base4
• Subtypes: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: None
• Print Variants: None known for this exact printing

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of your Drowzee Base Set 2 card:
– Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt transferring to the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

Base Set 2

Drowzee #73 in Base Set 2 continues the classic Psychic-type theme with straightforward attacks and a low retreat cost, making it a simple but effective card for early gameplay. The set itself is a reprint of Base Set and Jungle cards with updated card borders and numbering.