Venusaur – Pokémon Rumble (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Venusaur (#1) is a card from Other - Pokémon Rumble released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Pokemon Rumble and the Giga Drain attack (50 damage), Remove from Venusaur the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $77.98, Cardmarket average sale is €23.82, Floor listings start near €15.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $77.98
- Cardmarket trend price: €20.99
- Recent low listing: €15.00
Card Details
- Set
- Pokémon Rumble
- Card Number
- 1
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Pokemon Rumble
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Giga Drain
[Grass, Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Remove from Venusaur the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Venusaur from Pokémon Rumble represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Pokemon Rumble.
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 Venusaur 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Venusaur's Giga Drain deals 50 damage for Grass + Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Remove from Venusaur the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Poké...
Stats Overview: 140 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 Venusaur Cards
Looking for other Venusaur cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokémon Rumble #1 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Common | $77.98 |
�📦 Pokémon Rumble Set Context
This Venusaur is part of the Pokémon Rumble expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Pokemon Rumble, 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 Venusaur 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
- The illustration by Pokemon Rumble 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: Venusaur 1 was released in 2009 in the Pokémon Rumble expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Pokemon Rumble. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Pokémon Rumble 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 Venusaur 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 Venusaur 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: Venusaur works best in Grass type decks.