Magneton (Unified Minds 59) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magneton from the Unified Minds set is an Uncommon card numbered 59 with 90 HP. With Lightning Ball and the high-variance Tri Attack, it’s a balanced, coin-flip-friendly addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Magneton
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Magnemite)
• Type: Lightning
• HP: 90
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Attacks:
• Lightning Ball: 20 damage, costs 1 Lightning energy
• Tri Attack: Flip 3 coins; does 40 damage for each heads, costs 3 Colorless energy
• Flavor Text: Delicate equipment can malfunction in areas inhabited by Magneton, which send out mysterious electrical signals.
• Illustrator: Yumi
• Set Code: sm11
• Card Number: 59
• Rarity: Uncommon

Key Printings

This printing appears in the Sun & Moon series’ Unified Minds set (sm11). It is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card with no special abilities and two attacks that offer strategic options in battle.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include card number 59 in Unified Minds and the illustrator credit to Yumi. The retreat cost of 2 and resistance to Metal-type attacks (-20) also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in other formats or casual play is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and delicate artwork by Yumi, a clean, stable environment helps preserve condition and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): Magneton is a versatile Stage 1 Lightning-type with moderate HP and flexible attacks. It fits well into decks that leverage coin flips and energy management, adding tactical depth to gameplay.