Collector’s Guide: Dragonite (Fossil #4)

Quick Facts

This Dragonite card is a Stage 2 Pokémon from the Fossil set, numbered 4. It features 100 HP and is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. The card is classified as a Rare Holo and has a Colorless type with a Fighting resistance (-30) and a retreat cost of 1. Its ability, “Step In,” allows you to switch Dragonite from the Bench with your Active Pokémon once per turn before attacking. The attack “Slam” requires four Colorless energy and deals 40 damage times the number of heads flipped from two coins. The card evolves from Dragonair and includes flavor text highlighting Dragonite’s intelligence and rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Fossil
• Number: 4
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• HP: 100
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Dragonair)
• Ability: Step In (switch Dragonite from Bench with Active Pokémon once per turn)
• Attack: Slam (Flip 2 coins; 40 damage per heads)
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Retreat Cost: 1

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It can be identified by its set code “base3” and number “4” in the Fossil set. The card’s holofoil pattern and Kagemaru Himeno’s distinctive illustration style are key visual identifiers.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition and maintain its value:

• Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
• Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
• Handle minimally and with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt transfer.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fossil Set: This set introduced several fan-favorite Pokémon from the Kanto region’s fossil lineage. Dragonite #4 stands out as a powerful Stage 2 Pokémon with a useful switching ability and a potentially high-damage attack, making it a prized card for collectors and players alike.

Legality: unknown