Gym Heroes·#24·2000
Zubat, a blind, echolocating Poison/Flying Pokémon, was introduced in Generation I and is a staple cave-dweller that evolves into Golbat and Crobat, playing a significant role in both games and anime. This 1st Edition Brock's Zubat from the 2000 Gym Heroes set is a common card, but its unique trainer-specific mechanics make it a standout example of early TCG innovation. Here, visitors will find a deep dive into Zubat's Pokédex lore, the card's specific HP, attack costs, damage, and effects, as well as a detailed history of its edition.
Read more ↓Zubat is a dual-type Poison/Flying Pokémon first introduced in Generation I, hailing from the Kanto region. It is well-known for its unique biology, being a blind Pokémon that navigates its environment using echolocation, emitting ultrasonic waves to detect obstacles and prey. This adaptation makes it perfectly suited for dark caves, its preferred habitat, where it often hangs upside down from ceilings in large colonies. Zubat evolves into Golbat starting at level 22, and then into Crobat when leveled up with high friendship. Its diet primarily consists of the blood of other living creatures, which it extracts using its sharp fangs, making it a common nuisance for trainers exploring caves in the Pokémon games. In the anime, Zubat is famously featured as one of Brock's earliest and most loyal Pokémon, often seen assisting him in various situations. It represents the common, yet essential, cave-dwelling Pokémon that players encounter early in their journeys, becoming a staple of the Pokémon world and a recognizable symbol of exploration. Its presence in many regions and its distinctive cry have cemented its place in Pokémon lore.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
