The 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 release featuring Venonat card #97. This Basic Grass-type card offers classic gameplay mechanics and nostalgic appeal for dedicated collectors.
Venonat
2000 • Pokémon • Base Set 2
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The 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 release continues the legacy of the original series with a diverse selection of cards, including Venonat as card number 97. For collectors focusing on the Pokémon TCG, this card represents a specific moment in the franchise's history, offering both nostalgic value and gameplay utility. Venonat’s attacks, Grass Stun Spore and Leech Life, provide strategic options for players building decks from this era. The card’s retreat cost of 1 makes it accessible for early-game plays. While primarily sought for its set completion, the card also appeals to investors looking to build a comprehensive Base Set 2 collection. Whether you are completing a set or expanding your portfolio, this card is a key component for any serious collector.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Venonat
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Common
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
40
Grass
Basic
Fire ×2
1
48
Card Text
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Attack: Stun Spore (10)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Attack: Leech Life (10)
Remove a number of damage counters from Venonat equal to the damage done to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance). If Venonat has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them.
Lives in the shadows of tall trees where it eats insects. It is attracted by light at night.