Venomoth 31/130
Set: Base Set 2
Released: Feb 24, 2000
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About Venomoth
The dust-like scales covering its wings are color coded to indicate the kinds of poison it has.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #49
- Card Number 31/130
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date24/02/2000
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Base Set 2
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Fighting -30
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Fighting -30 Abilities
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Pokémon Power:
Shift
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may change the type of Venomoth to the type of any other Pokémon in play other than Colorless. This power can't be used if Venomoth is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks
- Venom Powder10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused and Poisoned.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Venomoth hovering above a grassy field, its wide, vibrant purple wings catching light under a clear sky, ready to flutter away amidst scattered white flowers and distant forested hills.
Playability Overview
Venomoth's ability to change its type adds strategic versatility, but its low HP and modest attack limit its impact in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Bug GardenPlace Venomoth in the center of a bug-themed page, surrounded by other Bug types like Butterfree and Beedrill. The vibrant colors and garden-like feel of the art make it a great focal point, enhancing the overall nature vibe of the page.Additional Binder Suggestions: Garden / Cheerful / Bright Colors / Insect World / Pollinator Crew
