Tag: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb

  • Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb (Gym Heroes #84)

    Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb (Gym Heroes #84)

    Lt. Surge’s Voltorb Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Lt. Surge’s Voltorb from the Gym Heroes set is a common card numbered 84. This energetic Pokémon has 40 HP and features the attack Spin Ball. Its straightforward design reflects the classic style of the Gym Heroes series.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Heroes 84 Common 40 Ken Sugimori
    • The release date is not listed in this entry.

    • Card Name: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb

    • Type: Lightning
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fighting ×2
    • Attacks:
    • Spin Ball: Flip 1 coin; does 20 damage times the number of heads.
    • Double Spin: Flip 2 coins; does 20 damage times the number of heads.

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Lt. Surge’s Voltorb appears in the Gym Heroes set with the card number 84. It is a common rarity card and does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “gym1” and the card ID “gym1-84.” The illustration by Ken Sugimori is a key visual identifier. The card does not have a regulation mark.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Lt. Surge’s Voltorb in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, focus on preventing edge wear and surface scratches to retain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Gym Heroes: This set features Lt. Surge’s Voltorb as a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with coin-flip-based attacks, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It is a common card that adds nostalgic value to the Gym Heroes collection.

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    Lt. Surge's Voltorb (Gym Heroes) #84

  • Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb (Gym Challenge #86)

    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

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Challenge 86 Common 50 Atsuko Nishida
    • 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.

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  • Collector’s Guide: Lt. Surge’s Voltorb (Gym Challenge #86)

    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

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Gym Challenge 86 Common 50 Atsuko Nishida
    • 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.

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