Magcargo Collector’s Guide: Lost Origin #22

Character Intro

Magcargo from the Lost Origin set is a Rare card numbered 22 with 130 HP. It features the striking attack Lost Volcano, adding a dynamic edge to gameplay. This card’s vivid design captures Magcargo’s fiery essence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slugma)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F

Key Printings

This exact Magcargo printing appears in the Lost Origin set, numbered 22. It features two attacks:
– “Flare” — deals 30 damage for one Fire Energy.
– “Lost Volcano” — deals 220 damage and sends all Energy attached to Magcargo into the Lost Zone; costs two Fire and one Colorless Energy.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Magcargo card. It is identified by the set code swsh11-22 and the regulation mark F. The card’s artwork is credited to Pani Kobayashi, and the card’s flavor text highlights its hot, lava-like body and fiery bursts from its shell.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Magcargo card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and energy-discarding attack may influence deck-building strategies if it becomes legal in future formats.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve and keep the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed illustration, handle carefully to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Origin: This set features Magcargo as a Rare Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with a unique high-damage attack that interacts with the Lost Zone mechanic, emphasizing energy management strategies.