Base Set 2 arrived in 2000 as a reprint of the original 1999 Base Set, introducing Pokémon cards to a new wave of collectors during the franchise's explosive growth. This set provided accessible entry points for players and collectors who missed the initial release, cementing Pokémon's position in the trading card market. Base Set remains foundational to the hobby, representing the earliest era of the TCG. Rattata, a humble Normal-type rodent, appears here in its classic depiction from the original card design. Common cards like Rattata are often overlooked by modern collectors, yet they represent the essential building blocks of every player's deck from this era. Its nostalgic artwork captures the charm of Pokémon's early visual identity.