Collector’s Guide: Lass (Base Set 2 #104)

Quick Facts

• Card Name: Lass
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 104
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• HP: Unknown
• Type: None specified
• Stage: None (Trainer card)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities/Attacks: None
• Rules Text: “You and your opponent show each other your hands, then shuffle all the Trainer cards from your hands into your decks.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Lass card is a Trainer card from the Base Set 2 expansion, identified by the set code “base4.” It is a rare card illustrated by Ken Sugimori, a prominent artist known for his work on early Pokémon TCG cards. Unlike Pokémon cards, this Trainer card does not have HP, attacks, or abilities but features a unique effect that involves both players revealing their hands and shuffling Trainer cards back into their decks.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 104
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Regulation Mark: None
• Print Variants: None listed

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the value and condition of this rare Trainer card:
– Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
– Handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid oils and dirt transfer.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set and Jungle expansions with updated card frames and rarity adjustments. The Lass card (#104) is a rare Trainer card unique for its hand-revealing mechanic, adding strategic depth to gameplay. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, and its overall legality is unknown.