Venusaur-EX (Evolutions 1) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Venusaur-EX from the Evolutions set is a Rare Holo EX card, numbered 1. It boasts 180 HP and features the standout attack Jungle Hammer. This card captures the essence of Venusaur with vivid detail and strong gameplay potential.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Venusaur-EX
• Set: Evolutions (xy12)
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Type: Grass
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This card is number 1 in the Evolutions set and is a Rare Holo EX. It does not evolve from any other Pokémon, making it a Basic EX Pokémon.

• Poison Powder: poisons the opponent’s Active Pokémon and deals 60 damage.
• Jungle Hammer: deals 90 damage and heals 30 damage from Venusaur-EX.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “xy12-1” and the illustrator Eske Yoshinob.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card follows the Pokémon-EX rule: when a Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Holo EX finish and artwork, store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon with updated mechanics and artwork. Venusaur-EX stands out as a powerful Grass-type EX with high HP and dual-function attacks, making it a prized collectible from this nostalgic set.