Venipede Collector’s Guide (Black White #52)

Character Intro

Venipede is a common Pokémon card from the Black White set, numbered 52. It has a sturdy 70 HP and features the attack Rollout. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Ram (10 damage, costs 1 Psychic energy)
• Rollout (30 damage, costs 3 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: Its bite injects a potent poison, enough to paralyze large bird Pokémon that try to prey on it.
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Venipede appears in the Black White set with the card number 52. It is a Common rarity card, making it relatively accessible for collectors focusing on this series. The card’s Psychic typing and straightforward attacks provide a clear snapshot of Venipede’s role in the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward through its set code “bw1-52,” Psychic type, and Masakazu Fukuda’s distinctive illustration. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/bw1/bw1-52.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and moderate HP make it more of a collector’s item than a competitive staple.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, maintaining mint condition can enhance its collector value, especially with the detailed artwork by Masakazu Fukuda.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Black White: Venipede #52 is a Common Basic Psychic Pokémon with moderate HP and straightforward attacks, embodying the set’s diverse range of Pokémon types and play styles. Its flavor text and illustration add character depth, making it a notable inclusion in the set despite its common status.