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Chikorita

Neo Genesis 53/111 • common

Set: Neo Genesis
Number: 53/111
Rarity: Common
Released: 2000
Energy type: grass energy
Market price: $7.58
Artist: Naoyo Kimura

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What it's worth

$7.58market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$5.51 – $7.60 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a Grass-type Pokémon, this card represents one of the foundational creatures from its respective set. Its status as a common card makes it a quintessential piece for those looking to build a complete collection of this series.

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Card face

What it does

40 HPBasic

Cost: colorless energyTackle10

Cost: grass energyDeflector

During your opponent's next turn, whenever Chikorita takes damage, divide that damage in half (rounded down to the nearest 10). (Any other effects still happen.)

Weaknessfire energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up the sun's rays.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Chikorita (53/111) was released as part of the Neo Genesis set, which debuted in Japan in late 1999 and arrived in North America in 2000. This set marked a significant milestone in the Pokémon Trading Card Game as it introduced the second generation of Pokémon from the Johto region, expanding the roster beyond the original 151 species featured in the base sets.

The card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, a long-time illustrator for the franchise known for a soft, watercolor-influenced style. The design aimed to capture the gentle, botanical nature of Chikorita, positioning it as a starter Pokémon within the evolving mechanics of the game. Upon release, the set was met with strong enthusiasm from players and collectors eager to transition into the Gold and Silver era of the series.

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About

About Chikorita

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