Magnemite Collector’s Guide: Cosmic Eclipse #242

Character Intro

Magnemite from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Secret card (#242). This compact Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Mirror Shot. Its sleek artwork captures the essence of its electric and steel attributes.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Attack: Mirror Shot (10 damage) — may prevent the Defending Pokémon’s attack next turn if a coin flip is tails
• Flavor Text: “It’s frequently the cause of power outages, which is why some power plants send out electrical signals that it can’t stand.”
• Illustrator: Fumie Kittaka
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Cosmic Eclipse set (sm12). It is a rare secret card, numbered 242 in the set. There are no known evolutions or alternate printings for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate versions are documented for this Magnemite card. It is identified by its set code sm12 and the rare secret rarity designation.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

As a rare secret card, Magnemite #242 should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its vibrant illustration by Fumie Kittaka. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set features Magnemite as a rare secret card with a unique attack that can disrupt opponents’ attacks. The card’s artwork and flavor text highlight its electrical interference theme, fitting well within the Lightning-type focus of the set.