Magby (Neo Genesis 23) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magby is a Rare Pokémon card from the Neo Genesis set, numbered 23. It has a modest 30 HP and features the attack Sputter. This card offers a simple yet distinct addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Baby
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Attack: Sputter (10 damage) — stops all Pokémon Powers until the end of your next turn
• Rules: If Magby is your Active Pokémon and your opponent tries to attack, they must flip a coin; tails ends their turn without attacking
• Flavor Text: “Each and every time it inhales and exhales, hot embers dribble out of its mouth and nostrils.”
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None listed
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Magby is from the Neo Genesis set, card number 23. It is classified as a Rare Baby Pokémon card with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its Neo Genesis set code “neo1-23,” its Baby subtype, and the distinctive Ken Sugimori artwork. The card’s rarity symbol and lack of retreat cost also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Its unique attack, Sputter, can disrupt opponent strategies by stopping Pokémon Powers temporarily, and its special rule can prevent attacks if the opponent flips tails.

Care & Storage Tips

As a rare Baby Pokémon card from an older set, Magby should be stored in a protective sleeve and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its vibrant artwork. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: Introduced Magby as a Baby Pokémon with a unique disruptive attack and a special defensive rule, emphasizing strategic play and early-stage Pokémon mechanics.