Pokémon TCG, Erika's Tangela (Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes #218)

Details about Erika's Tangela #218/217 – Illustration Rare

Erika's Tangela #218/217 Illustration Rare is an official English Pokémon TCG single card from the special expansion Ascended Heroes. The card was released in 2026 by The Pokémon Company and belongs to the Mega Evolution series. It is designated as an Illustration Rare and carries the special secret rare number 218/217, making it a notable collectible for both dedicated collectors and players.

The illustration was created by renowned Pokémon artist buchi, whose detailed and atmospheric artwork highlights Tangela's characteristic expression and adds unique visual value to the card.

Card details and gameplay features

• Card number: 218/217 (Illustration Rare, secret rare numbering)
• Set: Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes
• Type: Grass
• HP: 80
• Ability: Gathering of Blossoms – Once during your turn, you may search your deck for an Erika’s Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then shuffle your deck.
• Attack: Bind – 50 damage; may paralyze the opponent's Active Pokémon on a coin flip
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Illustrator: buchi
• Language: English
• Format: Raw single card, Near Mint (NM)

Collector and play value

The card's primary appeal to collectors is the combination of its Illustration Rare status, the unique secret rare numbering, and its strong connection to the Erika’s Pokémon theme from the Celadon City Gym Leader. Its separate placement in the Ascended Heroes listing, alongside the regular #007 version, underscores the card's rarity and special status.

For players, Erika's Tangela #218/217 offers a relevant ability, Gathering of Blossoms, which supports deck strategies centered on Erika’s Pokémon. However, the card is especially sought after for its rarity and the atmospheric artwork by buchi.

Format and limitations

This product is a raw, English Near Mint single card. It is not a promo, not sealed, and not the regular #007 version. No accessories or extras are included. If you'd like to explore more cards from the same expansion, you can view the full selection of Mega Evolution or browse all our Pokémon cards.

Note: You will receive one booster pack per purchased unit. Image for illustration purposes.