Magcargo Collector’s Guide: Cosmic Eclipse #27

Character Intro

Magcargo from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare card numbered 27. A Stage 1 Fire-type with 120 HP, it combines disruptive deck control with a fiery offensive move through Stomp Off and Flamethrower.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Magcargo
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slugma)
• Type: Fire
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Flavor Text: Its brittle shell occasionally spouts intense flames that circulate throughout its body.
• Attacks:
• Stomp Off: Discards the top 2 cards of your opponent’s deck (cost: 1 Fire Energy).
• Flamethrower: Deals 80 damage and requires discarding an Energy from Magcargo (cost: 1 Fire, 1 Colorless Energy).

Key Printings

This Magcargo card is from the Cosmic Eclipse set, identified by the set code sm12 and card number 27. It is a Rare card illustrated by Miki Tanaka. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Magcargo card. Key identifiers include its set code sm12-27 and the artwork by Miki Tanaka. The card’s image can be referenced at: /images/sm12/sm12-27.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Specific tournament legality or play restrictions are unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Magcargo card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique illustration, consider using a top-loader or binder with individual pockets for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set features Magcargo as a Rare Stage 1 Fire-type Pokémon with disruptive deck control and strong damage output. It fits well into Fire-themed decks but requires careful energy management due to its Flamethrower attack’s discard cost. The set’s artwork and card design highlight Magcargo’s fiery nature vividly.

This guide covers all known details for the Magcargo card from Cosmic Eclipse #27. Further information on release specifics or alternate printings remains unknown.