Golem (Fossil 36) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

This Golem card is a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon from the Fossil set, numbered 36. It has 80 HP and features two attacks: Avalanche, which deals 60 damage, and Selfdestruct, which deals 100 damage to itself and 20 damage to each Pokémon on both players’ Benches. The card’s flavor text highlights Golem’s extremely hard, boulder-like body that can withstand dynamite blasts. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno, this card is classified as Uncommon and has a retreat cost of 4. It has a Grass-type weakness (×2) and no listed resistances or abilities.

Key Printings

• Set: Fossil
• Number: 36
• Rarity: Uncommon
• HP: 80
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Graveler)

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known variants or alternate printings. It is identified by the set code “base3” and the card number 36 within the Fossil set. There is no regulation mark or release date available. The legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Golem card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, and handle it with clean hands or gloves to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the artwork and text.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fossil Set: This Golem card is part of the Fossil expansion, which introduced several prehistoric Pokémon and their evolutions. It stands out with its powerful Selfdestruct attack that affects all Benched Pokémon, reflecting Golem’s destructive nature.

Legality: unknown