Lt. Surge

Gym Heroes 101/132 • rare

Set: Gym Heroes
Number: 101/132
Rarity: Rare
Released: 2000
Market price: $11.07
Artist: Ken Sugimori

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What it's worth

$11.07market price via TCGplayer · Nov 4, 2026$8.36 – $11.07 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare card features a prominent gym leader, capturing a character defined by his military background and association with powerful electric-type creatures. As a rare inclusion in its specific set, it serves as a sought-after piece for those documenting the classic rivalry between trainers and their partners.

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What it does

You can play this card only if you have at least 1 Basic Pokémon card in your hand. Put a Basic Pokémon card from your hand into play as your Active Pokémon. Put your old Active Pokémon onto your Bench. (You can't play this card if your Bench is full.)

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in October 2000 as part of the Gym Heroes expansion, this card represents the intersection of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the Kanto region’s Gym Leaders. The set was designed to shift the focus toward trainer-centric gameplay, featuring Pokémon associated with characters from the animated series and Game Boy titles. Lt. Surge, the Vermilion City Gym Leader, was chosen for his distinct military-inspired persona and his specialized use of Electric-type Pokémon.

The card artwork was produced by Ken Sugimori, the primary character designer and art director for the Pokémon franchise. Sugimori sought to emphasize the intimidating, authoritative stature of the Gym Leaders, placing Lt. Surge in a dynamic, commanding pose that reflects his background as a former soldier. Upon release, the card was well-received by players for its thematic consistency, as it helped solidify the 'Gym' era of the game, which remains a nostalgic touchstone for collectors of the original Wizards of the Coast era.

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Other printings

Others named Lt. Surge

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Lt. SurgeGym Heroes · #17/132 · holo-rare · 2000$90.93

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