Erika's Venusaur is a Holo Rare Pokémon card from the 2000 Gym Challenge set. This Stage 2 Grass-type card features unique attack mechanics and is illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Erika's Venusaur
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Erika's Venusaur stands as a formidable presence in the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge set, designated as card number 4. As a Stage 2 evolution of Erika's Ivysaur, this Grass-type Pokémon boasts 90 HP, making it a resilient choice for trainers. The card’s design is attributed to renowned artist Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive style has defined the visual identity of the Pokémon franchise for decades. The gameplay mechanics of Erika's Venusaur are particularly notable for their versatility. The Grass Growth attack allows players to flip a coin, potentially attaching up to two Grass Energy cards from their hand to this Pokémon if the flip is heads. This ability provides a significant advantage in resource management during matches. Additionally, the GrassGrassGrassGrass Wide Solarbeam attack deals 20 damage to two of the opponent's Benched Pokémon, or just one if the opponent has only one benched. This attack highlights the card's offensive capability, especially in situations where controlling the board is crucial. For completists, adding Erika's Venusaur to a Gym Challenge collection is a key milestone. The set code G2 identifies this print run, distinguishing it from other releases in the broader Pokémon Trading Card Game ecosystem. The Holo Rare finish adds a layer of visual appeal, catching the light in a way that distinguishes it from common or uncommon variants. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a historical archive of Pokémon cards, this release offers a tangible connection to the early 2000s era of the hobby. Its enduring popularity among fans of Grass-type Pokémon ensures it remains a sought-after item for enthusiasts of the genre.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Erika's Venusaur
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
90
Grass
Stage 2
Erika's Ivysaur
Fire ×2
2
3
Card Text
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Attack: Growth
Flip a coin. If heads, you may attach up to 2 Grass Energy cards from your hand to Erika's Venusaur.
Attack: Wide Solarbeam (20)
If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 2 of them (or 1 if he or she only has 1). This attack does 20 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
