Collector’s Guide: Squirtle (Team Rocket #68)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Squirtle
• HP: 50
• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Rarity: Common
• Set: Team Rocket (base5)
• Card Number: 68
• Illustrator: Atsuko Nishida
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Attack: Shell Attack (20 damage, costs 2 Colorless Energy)
• Flavor Text: “Cute Pokémon that charms people with its innocent eyes. Loves swimming all day long.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Squirtle appears in the Team Rocket expansion, identified by set code “base5” and card number 68. It features classic artwork by Atsuko Nishida, known for her iconic early Pokémon card illustrations. This card is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack, Shell Attack, dealing 20 damage for two Colorless Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants exist for this card.
• The card is identified by its set code “base5” and number “68”.
• It has no regulation mark.
• The card does not have any abilities or special rules text.
• Market references include the query term: “Squirtle Team Rocket 68”.

Care & Storage Tips

• As a common card from the Team Rocket set, preserving the card’s condition is key to maintaining its collector value.
• Store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures to preserve the card’s integrity.
• Use a top loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection during handling and display.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced dark and shadow-themed Pokémon cards, with Squirtle #68 representing a classic Water-type Basic Pokémon. The card maintains a simple design with a single attack and no abilities, reflecting early TCG mechanics.