Beedrill – Base Set 2 (#21)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Beedrill (#21) is a Rare card from Base - Base Set 2 released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Twineedle attack (30× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.80, Cardmarket average sale is €3.66, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.75
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Base Set 2
- Card Number
- 21
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
Attacks & Strategy
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Twineedle
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. -
Poison Sting
[Grass, Grass, Grass]
— 40
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Beedrill from Base Set 2 (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 Beedrill 21 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Beedrill's Twineedle deals 30× damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Beedrill Cards
Looking for other Beedrill cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 #21 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.80 |
�📦 Base Set 2 Set Context
This Beedrill is part of the Base Set 2 expansion , released as part of the Base 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 Beedrill 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 Base Set 2 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Beedrill 21 was released in 2000 in the Base Set 2 expansion. This set is part of the Base 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: Base Set 2 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 Beedrill with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Beedrill 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: Beedrill works best in Grass type decks.