Koga's Weezing is card number 50 from the 2000 Gym Challenge expansion, offering a 70 HP Grass-type presence for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts.
Koga's Weezing
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Description
Koga's Weezing, numbered 50 in the 2000 Gym Challenge expansion, represents a pivotal evolution stage for collectors seeking to complete the series. As a Stage 1 Grass Pokémon, this card evolves from Koga's Koffing and serves as a functional component in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The illustration is credited to Ken Sugimori, whose artwork defines the visual identity of this era of Pokémon cards. In gameplay, Koga's Weezing boasts 70 Hit Points and a modest retreat cost of two Energy, making it a durable presence on the field. Its offensive capabilities are defined by two distinct attacks: Spontaneous Explosion and Toxic Cloud. Spontaneous Explosion deals 10 damage plus an additional 30 if a coin flip lands heads, but it also inflicts 30 damage to itself, creating a high-risk, high-reward dynamic. Alternatively, Toxic Cloud deals 20 damage and can poison the opposing Pokémon, adding strategic depth to deck building. For investors and hobbyists, this card is an Uncommon rarity, making it accessible yet essential for completing the Gym Challenge set. Collectors often look for this card to fill gaps in their base set collections or to build vintage-themed decks. The enduring appeal of Pokémon TCG cards from 2000 lies in their nostalgia and the tangible connection to the franchise's early history. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the hobby, Koga's Weezing offers a piece of Pokémon history. Its unique attacks and stage evolution make it a versatile card for gameplay, while its status as an Uncommon from Gym Challenge ensures it holds a specific place in the catalog.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Koga's Weezing
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
70
Grass
Stage 1
Koga's Koffing
Psychic ×2
2
110
Card Text
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Attack: Spontaneous Explosion (10+)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 30 more damage and Koga's Weezing does 30 damage to itself; if tails, this attack does 10 damage.
Attack: Toxic Cloud (20)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. It now takes 20 Poison damage instead of 10 after each player's turn (even if it was already Poisoned).
