Tangrowth

Tangrowth was released as card number 2/114 in the Steam Siege expansion, which debuted in the English Pokémon Trading Card Game in August 2016. The set was thematic, focusing on the concept of dual-type Pokémon and the clash between the mechanical forces of Team Flare and the natural resistance of various Pokémon. As an uncommon grass-type card, this iteration of Tangrowth served as a middle-tier utility piece, designed to fit into the strategic landscape of the XY era where players were encouraged to utilize dual-typing mechanics to gain type advantages.

The artwork for this card was provided by illustrator sui, who has contributed numerous illustrations to the Pokémon TCG. The design captures Tangrowth in a dense, forested environment, emphasizing its signature vine-like appendages and imposing physical bulk. In the context of the game's development, the illustration follows the standard design language for the set, balancing the creature's formidable appearance with the clear readability required for tabletop competitive play. Upon its release, it was regarded as a functional, accessible card for collectors and players focused on the grass-type archetypes present in the Steam Siege meta.