Koffing Collector’s Guide: Shining Fates #41

Character Intro

Koffing from the Shining Fates set is a common card numbered 41. This lively Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Ascension. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: Its body is full of poisonous gas. It floats into garbage dumps, seeking out the fumes of raw, rotting trash.
• Attack: Ascension (Darkness) — Search your deck for a card that evolves from this Pokémon and put it onto this Pokémon to evolve it, then shuffle your deck.
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Koffing appears in the Shining Fates set, card number 41. It is a common rarity card featuring artwork by Pani Kobayashi. The card’s simple but functional Ascension attack supports evolving Koffing during gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “swsh45” and the regulation mark “D.” The card’s Darkness type and basic stage subtype further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its straightforward attack and low HP suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it lacks holographic or foil elements that might otherwise require extra care.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shining Fates: Introduced Koffing as a common Darkness-type basic Pokémon with a unique Ascension attack, emphasizing evolution mechanics within the set. The card’s artwork and flavor text highlight Koffing’s toxic nature and affinity for garbage dumps.