Venonat
Venonat is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Base Set 2 (#97). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.59 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Venonat suits collectors working on Base Set 2 who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Venonat from Base Set 2?
Venonat is a Pokémon card in Base Set 2 numbered 97. Lives in the shadows of tall trees where it eats insects. It is attracted by light at night. National Pokédex #48. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Venonat worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.59 for Venonat. Low and high spread runs $0.20 to $14.60. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Base Set 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 97 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.59 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.50 |
| Normal | $0.59 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Stun Spore | Grass 10 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Leech Life | GrassColorless 10 Remove a number of damage counters from Venonat equal to the damage done to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance). If Venonat has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them. |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Venonat?
Venonat is listed as Common in Base Set 2. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Venonat?
Catalog fields: set Base Set 2, rarity Common. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Venonat from Base Set 2 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Venonat is catalogued as Common printing in Base Set 2, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.59.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.59 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Venonat worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.59 for ungraded Venonat from Base Set 2. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Venonat from?
Venonat is listed in Base Set 2 (Base) as card #97. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Venonat?
Our catalog lists Venonat as Common in Base Set 2. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Venonat good for collectors or players?
Venonat includes gameplay stats in Base Set 2. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.