Venusaur & Snivy-GX SM229
Set: Sun & Moon Black Star Promos
Released: Feb 3, 2017
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #3, #495
- Card Number SM229
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorYuka Morii
- Release Date03/02/2017
- SeriesSun & Moon
- Expansion Sun & Moon Black Star Promos
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points270 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Shining Vine
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, when you attach a Grass Energy card from your hand to it, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
Attacks
- Forest Dump160
- Solar Plant-GX
This attack does 50 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. If this Pokémon has at least 2 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), heal all damage from all of your Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
Rules
- TAG TEAM rule: When your TAG TEAM is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Venusaur nestled among vibrant greenery, highlighting its broad, lush leaves and striking pink flower. Snivy, perched nearby, adds a playful touch as it surveys the scene. The background is filled with soft, diffused sunlight filtering through foliage, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The color palette features rich greens, earthy browns, and pops of bright pink, enhancing the sense of life and nature. The art style combines whimsical and realistic elements, evoking a sense of harmony. The overall mood is one of tranquility and cooperation, emphasizing their bond in this serene habitat.
Playability Overview
Venusaur & Snivy GX excels at controlling your opponent’s board by switching their Active Pokémon while building energy, and its GX attack offers potent spread damage and team healing for sustained pressure.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Garden HarmonyThis card radiates a calm and vibrant energy with its lush greens and friendly Pokémon duo. It deserves a spot on a "Garden Friends" page, ideally paired with other Pokémon that emphasize nature and growth, like Chikorita or Oddish. The art captures a shared moment, so grouping it with cards showcasing teamwork would enhance the overall vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Serene / Bright Colors / Nature Bond / Teamwork
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