Bulbasaur (ex6-55) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Bulbasaur from the FireRed LeafGreen set is a common card numbered 55. With 50 HP and two simple attacks—Ram and Gouge—it’s a straightforward, beginner-friendly addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Ram (10 damage, 1 Colorless Energy)
• Gouge (20+ damage, requires 1 Grass + 1 Colorless Energy; flip a coin, if heads, does 10 more damage)
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is card number 55 in the FireRed LeafGreen set of the ex series. It’s a common Basic Bulbasaur with no abilities and two straightforward attacks. The artwork by Hajime Kusajima is distinctive for this set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “ex6” and number “55”. The card’s type is Grass, and it has a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. The absence of a regulation mark and abilities further distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its simple attack set and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the illustration and condition, store this Bulbasaur in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, keeping it mint can enhance collector appeal. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• FireRed LeafGreen (ex6): This set includes this Bulbasaur as a basic Grass-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and no abilities. It fits the theme of the set by representing early-generation Pokémon with classic mechanics and clean artwork by Hajime Kusajima.