A key Stage 2 Fire-type card from the 2002 Expedition Base Set, featuring Charizard as card number 39 in the original Pokémon TCG lineup.
Charizard
2002 • Pokémon • Expedition Base Set
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Description
Released in 2002 as part of the Expedition Base Set, Charizard (#39) remains a focal point for Pokémon Trading Card Game enthusiasts. This Stage 2 Fire-type Pokémon features 100 HP and evolves from Charmeleon, serving as a central piece for collectors building out the original generation of cards. Collectors often seek this card number to complete their Expedition Base Set collections, appreciating its role in the early TCG landscape. The gameplay mechanics include the Colorless Tail Smash and Flamethrower attacks, offering strategic options for players. As a Rare card, it holds a steady place in the secondary market for those interested in the history of Pokémon card collecting. Completing a set with Charizard requires attention to detail, as this card is one of the many staples that define the Expedition era. For investors and hobbyists alike, understanding the context of this release helps in evaluating its long-term significance within the broader Pokémon TCG catalog.
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Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Charizard
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Atsuko Nishida
Card Stock
English
100
Fire
Stage 2
Charmeleon
Water ×2
2
6
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Tail Smash (40)
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
Attack: Flamethrower (60)
Discard 1 Fire Energy card attached to Charizard.
