Magcargo (Fusion Strike 35) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magcargo from the Fusion Strike set is an uncommon Pokémon card numbered 35. With a sturdy 130 HP and the vivid attack Body Splash, it offers a solid presence for collectors seeking diverse strategies.

Quick Facts

• HP: 130
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slugma)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: “Its body is as hot as lava and is always billowing. Flames will occasionally burst from its shell.”

Key Printings

This Magcargo card appears in the Fusion Strike set, numbered 35. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Eri Yamaki.

Subtle but effective attack suite:
– Rock Throw: Deals 40 damage with a simple cost.
– Body Splash: A powerful 150 damage attack that requires flipping coins and may cause Energy discard.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants for this card
• Set code: swsh8-35
• Regulation mark: E
• Image: /images/swsh8/swsh8-35.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament legality or ban status is provided.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vivid artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining mint condition can help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike (swsh8): This set features Magcargo as a fiery Stage 1 Pokémon with solid HP and a mix of moderate and high-damage attacks. It fits well into Fire-type themed decks but has a high retreat cost and vulnerability to Water types.