Golduck (Fossil 35) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Golduck from the Fossil set is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It evolves from Psyduck and features two attacks: Psyshock, which can paralyze the opponent’s Pokémon on a coin flip, and Hyper Beam, which deals damage and can discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon. This card has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Lightning-type attacks (×2). It is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and classified as Uncommon rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Fossil
• Card Number: 35
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• HP: 70
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Psyduck)
• Types: Water
• Attacks: Psyshock (10 damage, chance to paralyze), Hyper Beam (20 damage, discards Energy)

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base3” and card number 35. The card is part of the original Fossil expansion, recognizable by its artwork and the classic Fossil set styling.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Golduck card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fossil Set: Released as one of the early expansions, the Fossil set introduced several Water-type Pokémon including Golduck. This set is notable for its nostalgic artwork and the inclusion of Pokémon from the original 151 with a prehistoric theme.

Legality: unknown