Lt. Surge’s Voltorb Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lt. Surge’s Voltorb is a Common card from the Gym Challenge set, numbered 86. This Basic Lightning-type Pokémon has 50 HP and the attack Bouncing Ball. Its clean, straightforward design captures the electric spirit of Lt. Surge’s team.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weaknesses: Fighting ×2
• Attack: Bouncing Ball (Flip a coin. If tails, Lt. Surge’s Voltorb does 10 damage to itself; deals 30 damage)
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This card’s key (and only) printing is in Gym Challenge, set code gym2, card number 86. It is a Common with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions for this exact printing. Identify it by set code gym2, number 86, and illustrator Atsuko Nishida. Card image: /images/gym2/gym2-86.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. According to the provided data, this card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a sleeve and keep away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the illustrated front by Atsuko Nishida to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Challenge (gym2): A Basic Lightning-type with a coin-flip risk on Bouncing Ball, no abilities, and a simple retreat cost—well-suited to gym-themed collections.