Root Fossil Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Root Fossil from the Holon Phantoms set is a Common card numbered 93 with 40 HP. Its Poké-Body Spongy Stone adds a distinctive strategic wrinkle to gameplay, giving this compact card a subtle but memorable spot in any collection.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: ex13-93
• Stage: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• No attacks, no weaknesses, no resistances
• Abilities: Spongy Stone (Poké-Body)
• Evolves from: None
• Types: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: None

Key Printings

Root Fossil appears exclusively in the Holon Phantoms set, identified by the set code ex13 and card number 93. This printing is the only known version, making it a focused target for collectors interested in the ex series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its unusual profile: an Item card that plays as a Basic Pokémon with no attacks and the Poké-Body ability “Spongy Stone.” The illustrator Ryo Ueda’s signature style also helps in authenticating this card.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Root Fossil is played as if it were a Basic Pokémon and counts as a Colorless Pokémon as well as a Trainer card.
• It cannot retreat, has no attacks, and is immune to Special Conditions.
• If knocked out, it does not count as a Knocked Out Pokémon but must be discarded.
• It can be discarded at any time during your turn before attacking.

Care & Storage Tips

Because of its unique status, store Root Fossil in a protective sleeve to prevent edge and surface wear. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant illustration by Ryo Ueda. Keeping it in a binder with other Holon Phantoms cards helps maintain condition and simplifies set organization.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Holon Phantoms (ex13): A standout fossil card that blends Item and Basic Pokémon roles, with a special ability that supports durability in play. Its common rarity makes it accessible while its mechanics keep it interesting for collectors and players alike.