Collector’s Guide: Dark Vileplume (Team Rocket #30)

Quick Facts

Dark Vileplume is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon from the Team Rocket set, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. It has 60 HP and evolves from Dark Gloom. This card features the Pokémon Power Hay Fever, which prevents the use of Trainer cards while Dark Vileplume is active unless it is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. Its attack, Petal Whirlwind, requires three Grass Energy and deals 30 damage per heads flipped, with a chance to Confuse the opponent’s Pokémon. The card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of two.

Key Printings

• Set: Team Rocket (Base series)
• Card Number: 30
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• HP: 60
• Legality: unknown

Variants & Identifiers

This printing of Dark Vileplume has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base5 and card number 30. The card’s distinct features include the Pokémon Power Hay Fever and the attack Petal Whirlwind, as well as the flavor text referencing Vileplume’s strong-smelling pollen deterring other Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the value and condition of this rare card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface. Given its age and rarity, maintaining mint or near-mint condition is crucial for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced Dark Pokémon variants, including Dark Vileplume, adding a thematic twist with shadowy versions of classic Pokémon. Dark Vileplume stands out with its disruptive Pokémon Power and a damage-scaling attack, fitting the set’s darker motif.