Vespiquen 10/98

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Set: Ancient Origins Released: Aug 12, 2015

Pokémon: Vespiquen

Grass Type Uncommon Illustrator: kawayoo Pull Rate:1 in 9.3 packs (10.8%) Evolves From: Combee

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Break-even $32.60

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Vespiquen 10/98 Population Report

About Vespiquen

Its abdomen is a honeycomb for grubs. It raises its grubs on honey collected by Combee.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Vespiquen
TypeGrass
National Pokédex #[416]
Card Number 10/98
Card RarityUncommon
Pull Rate1 in 9.3 packs (10.8%)
Illustratorkawayoo
LanguageEnglish
Release Date12/08/2015
SeriesXY
Expansion Ancient Origins
Evolves From
Combee
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points90 HP
Weakness Fire ×2

Attacks

Intelligence Gathering10
You may draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.
Bee Revenge20+
This attack does 10 more damage for each Pokémon in your discard pile.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Vespiquen emerging fiercely from a dense, swirling forest, its wings poised for flight and its antennae alert, surrounded by thick, twisting vines under a dynamic, stormy sky.

Playability Overview

Vespiquen offers solid card draw and scalable damage but is limited by its low HP and reliance on a filled discard pile, making it situationally useful in slower, discard-focused decks.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Forest DwellersThis Vespiqueen card fits great in a forest or nature-themed page. Use it as a smooth bridge between bug-type Pokémon and those that live in lush, green environments. The background’s brushy plants give it a fresh, wild vibe that pairs well with other woodland creatures.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Calm / Earthy Green / Bug Squad / Meadow Life

Vespiquen 10/98