Grimer

Description

Released in 2004 as part of the Pokémon Team Rocket Returns expansion, card number 56 features the Poison-type Pokémon Grimer. This product serves as a foundational piece for collectors building out the set, offering a glimpse into the strategic diversity of the early Generation III era. Illustrated by Aya Kusube, the card depicts Grimer as a Basic Pokémon with 50 Hit Points, belonging to the Grass energy type within the game mechanics. For players of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, this card provides unique tactical options. Its Colorless Taunt attack allows the player to disrupt the opponent's bench by swapping a Benched Pokémon with the Defending Pokémon, forcing the opponent to choose which target takes the hit. The Spit Poison attack offers consistent damage, leaving the Defending Pokémon poisoned for additional damage in subsequent turns. With a retreat cost of just one Colorless energy, Grimer remains mobile enough to stay in play. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Team Rocket Returns checklist, appreciating its historical role in the franchise's expanding lore and gameplay depth.