Cubone (Base Set 2 #70) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Cubone from Base Set 2 is a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with 40 HP. It features two attacks: Snivel, which reduces damage from the Defending Pokémon’s next attack by 20 if it attacks Cubone, and Rage, which deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each damage counter on Cubone. This card has a weakness to Grass (×2), resistance to Lightning (-30), and a retreat cost of 1. The card is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is classified as Common rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 70
• Rarity: Common
• HP: 40
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic

Variants & Identifiers

This specific printing of Cubone does not have any known print variants. It is identified by the set code base4 and card number 70. The card’s flavor text reads:
“Because it never removes its skull helmet, no one has ever seen this Pokémon’s real face.”

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Base Set 2 Cubone 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. Given its common rarity, maintaining good condition is key for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set with updated artwork and minor text changes. Cubone #70 remains a staple Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with straightforward abilities and attacks, suitable for early gameplay and collection.

Legality

• Standard: unknown
• Expanded: unknown
• Unlimited: unknown