Magcargo ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magcargo ex from the Twilight Masquerade set is a striking Double Rare card numbered 29. With a robust 270 HP and the powerful attack Ground Burn, it’s both durable and strategically valuable for gameplay-focused collections.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sv6-29
• Evolves From: Slugma
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1, Tera, ex
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Regulation Mark: H
• Series: Scarlet Violet
• Set Code: sv6
• Rarity: Double Rare

Key Printings

The key printing of Magcargo ex is from the Twilight Masquerade set, numbered 29. It’s notable for high HP and impactful attacks:
– Hot Magma — burns the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
– Ground Burn — can deal massive damage depending on discarded Energy cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code sv6-29, the distinctive Tera ex Stage 1 subtype, and illustrator PLANETA Mochizuki’s signature style.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Features the Pokémon ex rule: if it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• While on the Bench, it prevents all damage done to it by attacks.
• Consider the high Retreat Cost of 3 and Water ×2 weakness during deck building.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Magcargo ex in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique Tera ex classification, handle with care to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade: Introduced Magcargo ex as a powerful Fire-type Stage 1 Tera ex Pokémon with high HP and dynamic attacks, expanding strategic options for Fire decks in the Scarlet & Violet series.