Meganium (Neo Genesis 10) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Meganium from the Neo Genesis set is a Rare Holo card numbered 10 with 100 HP. It features the ability Herbal Scent and the attack Body Slam. This card offers a balanced combination of defensive and offensive traits.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Bayleef)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: Meganium’s breath has the power to revive dead grass and plants. It can make them healthy again.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Meganium is from the Neo Genesis set, card number 10. It is a Rare Holo variant, making it a visually striking and sought-after card for collectors of the Neo series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card ID “neo1-10,” the Neo Genesis set code “neo1,” and the distinctive Ken Sugimori artwork. The card’s holofoil finish and rarity symbol further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Pokémon Power “Herbal Scent” allows you to flip a coin when playing Meganium from your hand; if heads, all damage counters are removed from all Grass Pokémon in play. Its attack “Body Slam” deals 40 damage and can paralyze the opponent’s Pokémon on a successful coin flip.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card by using a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets. Proper storage will maintain its condition and collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: This set introduced Meganium as a powerful Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon with unique healing abilities through its Pokémon Power. The set is known for its nostalgic artwork and the introduction of the Johto region Pokémon. The Meganium card stands out as a Rare Holo with strong thematic flavor and gameplay potential.