Collector’s Guide: Aerodactyl (Fossil #16)

Quick Facts

Aerodactyl from the Fossil set is a Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It evolves from Mysterious Fossil and features the Pokémon Power Prehistoric Power, which prevents any further Evolution cards from being played while active. Its single attack, Wing Attack, deals 30 damage for three Colorless Energy. This card has a retreat cost of 2, resists Fighting-type attacks (-30), and is weak to Grass-type attacks (×2). The card is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and is classified as Rare.

Key Printings

• Set: Fossil
• Card Number: 16
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Mysterious Fossil)
• Type: Fighting
• HP: 60

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base3 and card number 16. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this rare Fossil-era card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, and consider using a top-loader or a graded case for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fossil Set: This set introduced prehistoric Pokémon like Aerodactyl, emphasizing Evolution mechanics from Fossil cards such as Mysterious Fossil. Aerodactyl’s Prehistoric Power adds a strategic element by halting further Evolutions, reflecting its ancient and dominant nature.

Legality: unknown
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