Grimer (Plasma Freeze 45) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Grimer from the Plasma Freeze set is a Common card numbered 45. It has 70 HP and features the attack Sludge Toss. Together with Lure Poison, it offers a straightforward option for players seeking reliable, status-focused play.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Flavor Text: Born from sludge, these Pokémon now gather in polluted places and increase the bacteria in their bodies.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Freeze set, card number 45. It is a common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities. The card features two attacks: Lure Poison, which can poison the opponent’s defending Pokémon by switching it with a benched one, and Sludge Toss, dealing 30 damage.

Attacks Overview

• Lure Poison: Switch the opponent’s Active with a Benched Pokémon, then poison the new Defending Pokémon.
• Sludge Toss: 30 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “bw9” and number “45” in the Plasma Freeze series. The illustrator credit to Hajime Kusajima and the Psychic type symbol further help in identification.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze (bw9): This set includes Grimer as a basic Psychic-type Pokémon with a focus on poison-related attacks. The card fits well into thematic decks centered on status effects and disruption, though its tournament viability is unknown.