Erika's Vileplume is a Holo Rare Stage 2 Grass Pokémon from the 2000 Gym Heroes expansion, known for its Mega Drain attack and Pollen Defense ability.
Erika's Vileplume
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Heroes
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Erika's Vileplume, designated as card number 5 in the 2000 Gym Heroes expansion, represents a significant entry for collectors of the original Pokémon Trading Card Game era. As a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon, this card evolved from Erika's Gloom and was designed by Ken Sugimori, whose artwork defined the visual identity of the early Base Set and Gym series. The Holo Rare finish distinguishes this card within the G1 set, making it a focal point for enthusiasts tracking the development of Pokémon card variants during the turn of the millennium. From a gameplay perspective, Erika's Vileplume boasts 80 HP and utilizes a Grass, Grass, Grass energy cost for its primary attack, Mega Drain. This move deals 30 damage and allows the player to remove damage counters from the Pokémon, offering strategic resilience during battles. Additionally, the card features the Pollen Defense ability, which provides a defensive mechanism by flipping a coin to potentially negate damage from opponent attacks. These mechanics make it not just a collectible piece, but a functional component for players reconstructing classic Gym Leader decks. For investors and hobbyists, Gym Heroes remains a foundational set in Pokémon TCG history, documenting the transition from the original Base Set to more complex Gym Leader themes. Collectors often seek out specific Gym Leader cards to complete their set lists or to appreciate the artistic progression of the franchise. Erika's Vileplume stands as a testament to the strategic depth introduced in these early expansions, appealing to those who value both the nostalgia of the era and the mechanical innovation of the cards., enthusiasts can explore a growing collection of vintage Pokémon cards, focusing on the integrity and history of each release. Whether you are building a comprehensive set of Gym Heroes or adding a key Stage 2 Pokémon to your portfolio, this card offers a tangible connection to the roots of the trading card game. The combination of its Holo Rare status, strategic gameplay utility, and iconic design ensures it remains a relevant and desired item for serious collectors of the 2000 era.
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Erika's Vileplume
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
80
Grass
Stage 2
Erika's Gloom
Fire ×2
2
45
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Ability: Pollen Defense
If an attack does damage to Erika's Vileplume while it's your Active Pokémon (even if it's Knocked Out), flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused. This power works even while Erika's Vileplume is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attack: Mega Drain (30)
If Erika's Vileplume does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), remove a number of damage counters from Erika's Vileplume equal to half the damage done to the Defending Pokémon (rounded up to the nearest 10). If Erika's Vileplume has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them.
