Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 from the 2000 Gym Challenge set. This Lightning-type Stage 1 card features the Power Ball attack and artwork by Ken Sugimori.
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 is a notable card from the 2000 Gym Challenge expansion, serving as a key component for collectors focused on the Gym Leader series. As a Stage 1 Pokémon with 70 HP, this Lightning-type card offers distinct gameplay mechanics that appeal to both nostalgic players and TCG enthusiasts. The card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive style defined the early aesthetic of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The card evolves from Lt. Surge's Voltorb, continuing the thematic line associated with the Kanto region's Gym Leaders. Its abilities include Shock Blast, which triggers when the Pokémon is damaged, dealing 20 damage to each Active Pokémon if a coin flip results in tails. This defensive mechanism adds strategic depth to deck building, rewarding players who anticipate their opponent's moves. For those completing the Gym Challenge set, this Uncommon rarity card is an essential find. The Power Ball attack allows players to flip three coins, dealing 30 damage plus 10 more for each heads, providing a reliable offensive option. With a retreat cost of two colorless energy, it requires careful resource management but offers significant impact in battle. Collectors value this card for its historical significance within the base Gym series and its representation of early Pokémon design philosophy.
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Featured
Lt. Surge's Electrode
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
70
Lightning
Stage 1
33
Lt. Surge's Voltorb
Fighting ×2
2
101
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Ability: Shock Blast
If Lt. Surge's Electrode is your Active Pokémon and gets damaged (even if it's Knocked Out), flip a coin. If tails, this power does 20 damage to each Active Pokémon. This power works even if Lt. Surge's Electrode is already Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed when it takes damage.
Attack: Power Ball (30+)
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each heads.
FAQ
Lt. Surge's Electrode features the Power Ball attack, which requires flipping three coins. For each heads, it deals 30 damage plus an additional 10 damage, making it a potent offensive move in the early sets.
The artwork for Lt. Surge's Electrode #52 in the Gym Challenge set was created by Ken Sugimori, the original character designer for the Pokémon franchise, whose style is highly sought after by collectors.
Yes, Lt. Surge's Electrode evolves from Lt. Surge's Voltorb. Collectors often look to acquire the full evolutionary line to complete their Gym Challenge set collection or to build themed decks.
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