Erikas victreebel – Gym Heroes (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Erikas victreebel (#26) is a Rare card from Gym - Gym Heroes released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Razor Leaf attack (50 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €8.76, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.53
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Gym Heroes
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Fragrance Trap
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may flip a coin. If heads, and if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and switch it with his or her Active Pokémon. This power can't be used if Erika's Victreebel is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks & Strategy
- Razor Leaf [Grass, Grass, Grass] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Erikas victreebel from Gym Heroes (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Erikas victreebel 26 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Erikas victreebel's Razor Leaf deals 50 damage for Grass + Grass + Grass energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Erikas victreebel Cards
Looking for other Erikas victreebel cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Heroes #26 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Gym Heroes Set Context
This Erikas victreebel is part of the Gym Heroes expansion , released as part of the Gym series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Erikas victreebel card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Gym Heroes are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Erikas victreebel 26 was released in 2000 in the Gym Heroes expansion. This set is part of the Gym series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Gym Heroes is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Erikas victreebel have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Erikas victreebel card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Erikas victreebel works best in Grass type decks.