Aerodactyl V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Aerodactyl V from the Lost Origin set is a Rare Ultra Basic Pokémon V with 210 HP. With Bite for early pressure and the powerful Rock Crush attack, it combines striking design with solid, aggressive stats—an easy standout for Fighting-type collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Regulation Mark: F
• Attacks:
• Bite (40 damage, cost: Fighting + Colorless)
• Rock Crush (120 damage, cost: Fighting + 2 Colorless; discards an Energy from opponent’s Active Pokémon)
• Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Aerodactyl V appears in the Lost Origin expansion of the Sword & Shield series. It is card number 179 and classified as a Rare Ultra, making it a valuable addition for collectors focusing on high-rarity Fighting-type Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward with the set code swsh11 and the card number 179. The illustrator credit to N-DESIGN Inc. and the regulation mark F further help authenticate this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should note the V rule, which increases the stakes when Aerodactyl V is Knocked Out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store Aerodactyl V in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unknown release date, keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Origin (swsh11): Aerodactyl V debuts as a powerful Fighting-type Basic V card with strong offensive capabilities and a notable discard effect on Rock Crush. Its high HP and Rare Ultra rarity make it a standout in this set.