Category: Pokemon

Collector’s Guide: Sandslash (Fossil #41)
Sandslash (Fossil 41) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Sandslash
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 41
- Rarity: Uncommon
- HP: 70
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Sandshrew)
- Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
- Legal Status: unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Sandslash is from the Fossil expansion of the base series, identified by the set code “base3” and card number 41. It features Fighting-type Sandslash with 70 HP and two attacks: Slash, dealing a flat 20 damage, and Fury Swipes, which requires flipping 3 coins and deals 20 damage times the number of heads. The card has a retreat cost of 1, a weakness to Grass (×2), and resistance to Lightning (-30).

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Set code: base3
– Card number: 41
– Stage 1 subtype
– Fighting type
– Illustrator Ken Sugimori’s signature art style

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this uncommon Fossil set card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to avoid warping or moisture damage.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from degrading the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: This set introduced several classic Pokémon from earlier generations, including Sandslash. The Fossil expansion is known for its nostalgic appeal and features artwork by Ken Sugimori. Sandslash’s card reflects its defensive and offensive capabilities with attacks that balance consistent damage and variable damage based on coin flips.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 41 Uncommon 70 Ken Sugimori

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Weezing (Fossil #45)
Weezing (Fossil #45) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Weezing from the Fossil set is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card with 60 HP. It evolves from Koffing and features two attacks: Smog, which can poison the opponent’s Active Pokémon, and Selfdestruct, which deals damage to all Benched Pokémon but also inflicts 60 damage to Weezing itself. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and classified as Uncommon rarity. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings
- Set: Fossil
- Card Number: 45
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP: 60
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Koffing)
Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base3 and card number 45. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/base3/base3-45.jpg. No regulation mark or release date is specified.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Fossil Weezing 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: This set introduced several Poison-type Pokémon including Weezing, emphasizing thematic synergy with poison and gas-related attacks. Weezing’s unique Selfdestruct attack reflects its volatile nature, making it a memorable card from the set.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 45 Uncommon 60 Mitsuhiro Arita

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Ekans (Fossil #46)
Collector’s Guide: Ekans (Fossil Set #46)

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Ekans
- HP: 40
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Rarity: Common
- Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 46
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Psychic (×2)
- Flavor Text: Moves silently and stealthily. Eats the eggs of birds such as Pidgey and Spearow whole.
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings

This Ekans card is from the Fossil expansion, identified by the set code “base3.” It features two attacks:
– Spit Poison: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Poisoned.
– Wrap: Deals 20 damage and may Paralyze the Defending Pokémon on a successful coin flip.

No abilities or special rules are associated with this printing.

Variants & Identifiers
- No known print variants exist for this card.
- The card is a Basic Pokémon with the Grass type, which is unusual for Ekans in other sets.
- The card does not have a regulation mark or release date specified.
Care & Storage Tips
- As a common card from the Fossil set, preserving the card’s edges and surface is essential to maintain collector value.
- Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the illustrated art by Kagemaru Himeno.
- Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures to prevent warping or damage.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: This Ekans is part of the Fossil expansion, which introduced various Pokémon with unique typings and nostalgic flavor text. The card’s Grass typing and simple attack mechanics reflect the early design style of the set.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 46 Common 40 Kagemaru Himeno

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Geodude (Fossil #47)
Geodude (Fossil 47) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Geodude
- HP: 50
- Type: Fighting
- Stage: Basic
- Attack: Stone Barrage — Flip a coin until tails; this attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
- Weakness: Grass (×2)
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Flavor Text: Found in fields and mountains. Mistaking them for boulders, people often step or trip on them.
- Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
- Rarity: Common
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Geodude appears in the Fossil set, identified by card number 47. It features classic artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and is a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon card with a single attack that relies on coin flips for variable damage.

Variants & Identifiers
- Set Name: Fossil
- Set Code: base3
- Card Number: 47
- Subtypes: Basic
- No known alternate print variants for this card
- Market Reference Query: “Geodude Fossil 47”
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this common Fossil set card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the illustrated front by Kagemaru Himeno. Use a rigid top-loader or binder for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: This Geodude card is part of the Fossil expansion, which features Pokémon revived from fossils and includes a mix of Basic and evolved Pokémon. The set is known for its nostalgic artwork and unique card mechanics. This Geodude stands out with its simple but potentially high-damage Stone Barrage attack.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 47 Common 50 Kagemaru Himeno

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Grimer (Fossil #48)
Collector’s Guide: Grimer (Fossil Set, #48)

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Grimer
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 48
- Rarity: Common
- HP: 50
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Weakness: Psychic (×2)
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Flavor Text: Appears in filthy areas. Thrives by sucking up polluted sludge that is pumped out of factories.
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings

This Grimer card is from the Fossil expansion, identified by set code “base3”. It features two attacks:
- Nasty Goo: Deals 10 damage and may paralyze the Defending Pokémon on a coin flip.
- Minimize: Reduces all damage done to Grimer during your opponent’s next turn by 20 (after Weakness and Resistance).
No abilities or evolutions are present on this printing.

Variants & Identifiers
- Set Name: Fossil
- Card Number: 48
- Rarity: Common
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Type: Grass
- Subtypes: Basic
- Print Variants: None reported
- Regulation Mark: None
- Release Date: Unknown
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 48 Common 50 Mitsuhiro Arita

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this Fossil Grimer card:
- Store in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear and surface scratches.
- Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to avoid fading and warping.
- Handle with clean hands to minimize oils and dirt transfer.
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain card integrity over time.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: This set focuses on Pokémon revived from fossils, featuring unique typings and nostalgic designs. Grimer’s Fossil printing is notable for its Grass typing and simple but effective attacks that reflect its toxic sludge theme.
This guide covers the exact Fossil printing of Grimer (#48) as identified by the base3 set code and illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Legality status is unknown, and no alternate print variants are documented.

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Horsea (Fossil #49)
Horsea (Fossil 49) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Horsea from the Fossil set is a Basic Water-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features the attack Smokescreen, which can disrupt an opponent’s attack by requiring a coin flip to determine if the attack succeeds. This card has a Lightning-type weakness (×2) and no retreat cost. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, it is classified as a Common rarity card.

Key Printings
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 49
- Rarity: Common
- HP: 40
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Attack: Smokescreen (10 damage; may prevent opponent’s attack on tails)
- Type: Water
- Weakness: Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost: 0
Variants & Identifiers

This Horsea card has no known print variants or alternate versions. It is identified by its set code “base3” and card number 49. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this Horsea card:
– Store it in a protective sleeve or top loader.
– Keep it 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: This Horsea card is part of the Fossil expansion, known for introducing prehistoric and aquatic Pokémon. It maintains a simple yet effective attack that fits the early game strategy of the set.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 49 Common 40 Mitsuhiro Arita

Legality: unknown

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Kabuto (Fossil #50)
Kabuto Fossil (Fossil #50) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Kabuto Fossil is a Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Fossil set, numbered 50. It has 30 HP and features the Pokémon Power “Kabuto Armor,” which halves damage from attacks unless Kabuto is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. Its single attack, Scratch, deals 10 damage. The card evolves from Mysterious Fossil and is illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It has a retreat cost of 1 and a Grass-type weakness (×2). The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings
- Set: Fossil
- Card Number: 50
- Rarity: Common
- Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known variants or alternate printings. It is identified by its set code “base3” and the card number 50. The card’s unique Pokémon Power and Fighting type distinguish it within the Fossil set.

set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 50 Common 30 Ken Sugimori

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this Kabuto Fossil card:
– Store it in a protective sleeve or top loader to prevent edge wear.
– Keep it away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the illustration.
– Maintain a stable, low-humidity environment to prevent warping.
– Avoid exposure to dirt and oils by handling with clean hands.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: Kabuto Fossil is part of the Fossil expansion, which focuses on resurrected ancient Pokémon. This card reflects the prehistoric theme with its flavor text describing Kabuto’s origin from ocean floor fossils. It contributes to the set’s Fighting-type lineup with a defensive ability that reduces damage taken.
Legality: unknown

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Krabby (Fossil #51)
Collector’s Guide: Krabby (Fossil Set, Base3-51)

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Krabby
- HP: 50
- Type: Water
- Stage: Basic
- Rarity: Common
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 51
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings

This exact printing of Krabby is from the Fossil set, identified by the set code “base3” and card number 51. It features classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his detailed and vibrant illustrations. The card is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 50 HP and two attacks: “Call for Family,” which allows you to search your deck for a Basic Krabby and place it on your Bench, and “Irongrip,” which deals 20 damage.

Variants & Identifiers
- No known print variants exist for this card.
- The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a weakness to Lightning (×2).
- It does not have any abilities or resistances.
- The card’s flavor text reads: “Its pincers are not only powerful weapons, they are used for balance when walking sideways.”
Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this common Fossil set card:
– Store in a protective sleeve to prevent surface scratches.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to avoid fading of the artwork.
– Maintain in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or moisture damage.
– Avoid frequent handling to preserve edges and corners.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil (base3): This set introduced several prehistoric Pokémon and featured iconic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. Krabby fits into the Water-type lineup with straightforward attacks and a useful bench-searching move, making it a functional and collectible card from this era.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 51 Common 50 Mitsuhiro Arita

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Omanyte (Fossil #52)
Omanyte Fossil (Fossil Set) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Omanyte Fossil is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon card from the Fossil set, numbered 52. It has 40 HP and evolves from Mysterious Fossil. The card features the Pokémon Power Clairvoyance, which allows your opponent to play with their hand face up unless Omanyte is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. Its single attack, Water Gun, deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each extra Water Energy attached, up to 20 extra damage. Omanyte has a Grass-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of 1.

Key Printings
- Set: Fossil
- Card Number: 52
- Rarity: Common
- Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base3, number 52, and the absence of a regulation mark. The card is part of the original Fossil expansion and is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially around the edges. Given its common rarity, maintaining good condition can enhance its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: Omanyte Fossil is a representative Stage 1 Water-type from the Fossil expansion, notable for its unique Pokémon Power Clairvoyance and synergy with Water Energy. The set focuses on resurrected prehistoric Pokémon, with Omanyte being genetically revived from fossils.
Legality
- unknown
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 52 Common 40 Kagemaru Himeno

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September 24, 2025
Collector’s Guide: Mr. Fuji (Fossil #58)
Collector’s Guide: Mr. Fuji (Fossil #58)

Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Mr. Fuji
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 58
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
- Retreat Cost: 0
- Abilities/Attacks: None
- Rules Text: “Choose a Pokémon on your Bench. Shuffle it and any cards attached to it into your deck.”
- Legality: unknown
Key Printings

This Mr. Fuji card is from the Fossil expansion of the original Base Set series, identified by the set code “base3.” It is an Uncommon Trainer card featuring no HP, attacks, or abilities, but with a unique effect that allows recycling a benched Pokémon and its attachments back into the deck.

Variants & Identifiers
- This printing has no known print variants.
- No regulation mark is present.
- The card is identified by number 58 in the Fossil set.
- The card type is Trainer (subtypes unknown).
- Illustrator credited is Ken Sugimori, a notable artist for early Pokémon TCG cards.
Care & Storage Tips
- As an Uncommon card from the Fossil set, preserving the card’s edges and surface is important to maintain value.
- Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to preserve the card’s condition.
- Given the card’s age and potential collector interest, consider using a rigid top-loader or a graded card holder for long-term storage.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: This set introduced several iconic Pokémon and Trainer cards themed around prehistoric Pokémon and related characters. Mr. Fuji serves as a strategic Trainer card with a recycling effect, fitting the set’s theme of resource management and tactical play.
set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator

Fossil 58 Uncommon Ken Sugimori

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September 24, 2025