Magnezone (SWSH208) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magnezone from the SWSH Black Star Promos set is a striking Promo card with 150 HP. It features the ability Giga Magnet and the attack Power Beam, offering a dynamic playstyle. This card is numbered SWSH208, making it a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Magneton)
• Ability: Giga Magnet — Allows you to look at the top 6 cards of your deck once per turn and attach any Metal Energy cards found to your Pokémon.
• Attack: Power Beam — Deals 120 damage with a cost of Metal + 2 Colorless Energy.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: Some say that Magnezone receives signals from space via the antenna on its head and that it’s being controlled by some mysterious being.
• Regulation Mark: F
• Set Code: swshp
• Series: sword_shield
• Rarity: Promo

Key Printings

This exact printing is part of the SWSH Black Star Promos set, identified by the card number SWSH208. It features the unique ability Giga Magnet and a powerful 120-damage attack called Power Beam. The card’s promo rarity and striking illustration by zig make it a notable piece for collectors focusing on Sword & Shield promotional cards.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “swshp,” number “SWSH208,” and its promo rarity. The card’s regulation mark is “F,” which helps place it within the Sword & Shield era.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and promo status, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its promo rarity, maintaining mint condition will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes special promotional cards like Magnezone SWSH208, often distributed through events or special releases. Cards in this set typically feature unique abilities and attacks not found in regular expansions, making them prized collectibles.