Magcargo (Temporal Forces #29) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Magcargo from the Temporal Forces set is a Rare card numbered 29 with 120 HP. Its Lava Zone ability pairs neatly with the fiery Heat Blast attack, making it a vibrant addition to collections centered on powerful Fire-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slugma)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Flavor Text: Its brittle shell occasionally spouts intense flames that circulate throughout its body.

Key Printings

This exact Magcargo appears in the Temporal Forces set, identified by set code sv5 and card number 29. It is a Rare card illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. No other print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Card ID: sv5-29
• No known print variants
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Types: Fire
• Market Reference Query: “Magcargo Temporal Forces 29”
• Image URL: /images/sv5/sv5-29.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Magcargo card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store this Magcargo in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Handle with clean hands and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Temporal Forces (sv5): Features Magcargo as a Rare Stage 1 Fire-type with the ability Lava Zone, which burns the opponent’s new Active Pokémon when they switch during their turn. It also has a powerful Heat Blast attack dealing 100 damage. The set emphasizes fiery and intense Pokémon, with this Magcargo standing out due to its unique ability and high retreat cost.