Moltres (Fossil 12) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Moltres from the Fossil set is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It features two attacks: Wildfire, which allows discarding Fire Energy cards to mill the opponent’s deck, and Dive Bomb, a powerful 80-damage attack with a coin flip risk. This card has a Fighting-type resistance (-30) and a retreat cost of 2. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, it is classified as a Rare Holo.

• HP: 70
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Fossil expansion, identified by set code base3 and card number 12. It is a holofoil card, making it a sought-after collectible for fans of Legendary Birds and the Fossil set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:

• Set Name: Fossil
• Card Number: 12
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Image Reference: /images/base3/base3-12.jpg

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and maintain card condition:

• Store in a protective sleeve and top-loader or binder with rigid pages.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fossil Set: Released as the third base set expansion, Fossil introduced iconic Pokémon like Moltres, Articuno, and Zapdos. This Moltres card captures the legendary bird’s fiery essence with unique attacks and a striking holofoil design.