Lt. Surge's Electrode 52 / 132 Pokemon Card from Gym Challenge Set

Lt. Surge's Electrode — Gym Challenge 52/132 Pokémon TCG card

Lt. Surge's Electrode is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is part of the Gym Challenge set from the…

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About the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card

Lt. Surge's Electrode is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Gym Challenge set, part of the Gym series. It carries the collector number 52/132 and is classified as Uncommon. The Gym Challenge set was released on October 16, 2000.

Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Lt. Surge's Electrode

Card number: 52/132

Set: Gym Challenge

Series: Gym

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Lightning

HP: 70

Artist: Ken Sugimori

Release date: October 16, 2000

National Pokédex number: 101

Why Collect the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card?

Lt. Surge's Electrode is most often collected as part of a complete Gym Challenge set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card

Lt. Surge's Electrode was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Lt. Surge's Electrode is about $5.89. Recent listings range from roughly

.98 (low) to $52.50 (high), with a mid-point near $5.89. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Gym Challenge set has a median card value near $7.84 and an average near $43.76, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -55% over the last 7 days and -64% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Gym Challenge set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card

Whether Lt. Surge's Electrode is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 369 copies of this card, of which 105 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 28.5%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Lt. Surge's Electrode sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 369 copies to date.

Final Thoughts on the Lt. Surge's Electrode Pokémon Card

The Lt. Surge's Electrode pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Gym Challenge set (Gym series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Gym Challenge set. Its current aggregated market price is about $5.89; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Lt. Surge's Electrode card from?

Lt. Surge's Electrode is from the Gym Challenge set (Gym series), numbered 52/132 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Lt. Surge's Electrode card?

Lt. Surge's Electrode is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Lt. Surge's Electrode 52/132 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $5.89, within a recent range of roughly

.98 to $52.50. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Lt. Surge's Electrode card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 369 copies so far, with about 28.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Lt. Surge's Electrode?

PSA has graded 369 copies, of which 105 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 28.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Lt. Surge's Electrode card?

As an Uncommon card, Lt. Surge's Electrode sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Gym Challenge set released?

The Gym Challenge set was released on October 16, 2000.