Erika’s Weepinbell Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Erika’s Weepinbell from the Gym Heroes set is a striking Uncommon card with 60 HP. Featuring the distinctive Flytrap attack, it captures the essence of the Pokémon’s tactical style. Numbered 48 in the set, it’s a vibrant addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Evolves From: Erika’s Bellsprout
• Attacks:
• Drool: Deals 10 damage with a single Grass energy.
• Flytrap: Costs two Grass energies, deals 20 damage, and allows switching the opponent’s Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon before damage. This attack cannot be used if the opponent has no Benched Pokémon.

Key Printings

The key printing of Erika’s Weepinbell is from the Gym Heroes set, card number 48. It is classified as an Uncommon card and illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. No other printings or reprints are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions. Identification is straightforward via the set code “gym1-48” and the unique artwork by Atsuko Nishida. The card can be visually referenced via the image at /images/gym1/gym1-48.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in casual or other formats is not specified.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and classic illustration, maintaining the surface and edges is essential for long-term value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes: Erika’s Weepinbell appears as a balanced Grass-type Stage 1 card with a tactical switching option in its Flytrap attack. It fits the Gym Leader theme of the set. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a notable collectible for fans of Erika and Grass-type Pokémon.