Collector’s Guide: Dark Magneton (Team Rocket #28)

Quick Facts

Dark Magneton is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card from the Team Rocket set. It has 60 HP and features two attacks: Sonicboom, which deals 20 damage without applying Weakness and Resistance, and Magnetic Lines, which allows energy manipulation on the opponent’s Benched Pokémon while dealing 30 damage. The card is illustrated by Miki Tanaka and is classified as Rare.

Key Printings

• Set: Team Rocket (base5)
• Card Number: 28
• Rarity: Rare
• HP: 60
• Illustrator: Miki Tanaka
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Magnemite)
• Type: Lightning
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Abilities: None
• Legality: unknown

Variants & Identifiers

This printing of Dark Magneton does not have any known print variants. It is identified by the set code base5-28 and is part of the Team Rocket series. The card’s unique flavor text notes the increasing incidents of hackers using Magnetons to damage computer systems.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of your Dark Magneton card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent deterioration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket (base5): Dark Magneton appears as a Rare Stage 1 Lightning-type card emphasizing energy manipulation and consistent damage output. It fits the darker theme of the Team Rocket set, highlighting a more aggressive and disruptive playstyle.