Bellsprout (Legend Maker 49) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Bellsprout is a common card from the Legend Maker set, numbered 49. This lively Pokémon has 50 HP and features the attack Sleep Powder. Its simple design and straightforward ability make it a recognizable choice for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Sleep Powder (Costs 1 Colorless; puts the Defending Pokémon to Sleep)
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the “ex” series, specifically the Legend Maker set (set code ex12). It is a Common rarity card numbered 49. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon and has no abilities, focusing solely on its Sleep Powder attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include the set code “ex12” and the card number “49.” The illustrator is Midori Harada, whose artwork is distinctive for this printing. The card’s image can be referenced at: /images/ex12/ex12-49.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  It features no special rules or abilities beyond its single attack, Sleep Powder, which can put the opponent’s Pokémon to Sleep, potentially useful in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently. Keeping it in a binder or card box designed for Pokémon cards will help maintain its vibrant illustration by Midori Harada.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legend Maker (ex12): This set includes this Bellsprout as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a simple but effective Sleep Powder attack. The set focuses on a variety of Pokémon from the “ex” series, with this card representing a common, accessible option for collectors and players alike.

This guide covers the exact Bellsprout printing from the Legend Maker set, providing collectors and players with essential details to identify and appreciate this card.