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  • Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Fossil #26)

    Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Fossil #26)

    Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Fossil #26)

    Magneton Fossil #26

    Quick Facts

    • Pokémon: Magneton
    • Set: Fossil
    • Card Number: 26
    • Rarity: Rare
    • HP: 80
    • Type: Lightning
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Magnemite)
    • Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
    • Legality: unknown

    Magneton from the Fossil set is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It features two attacks: Sonicboom, which deals 20 damage ignoring Weakness and Resistance, and Selfdestruct, which deals 100 damage to itself and 20 damage to each Pokémon on each player’s Bench, also ignoring Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon. The card has a retreat cost of 2 and a Fighting-type weakness (×2). It has no resistances or abilities.

    Flavor text:
    “Formed by several Magnemites linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up.”

    Key Printings

    This exact printing of Magneton appears in the Fossil expansion, identified as card number 26. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Rare card. No alternate print variants are documented for this card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • Set Code: base3
    • Subtypes: Stage 1
    • Print Variants: None known
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Market Reference Query: “Magneton Fossil 26”

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Fossil Magneton card:

    • Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or card holder.
    • Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork and text.
    • 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 set introduced several Pokémon from the Fossil era, including Magneton as a Stage 1 Lightning-type. The card is notable for its Selfdestruct attack, which can damage multiple Pokémon on the field, reflecting Magneton’s volatile nature.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Fossil 26 Rare 80 Ken Sugimori

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    Magneton (Fossil) #26

  • Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Base Set #9)

    Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Base Set #9)

    Collector’s Guide: Magneton (Base Set #9, Rare Holo)

    Magneton Base 9

    Quick Facts

    Magneton is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon evolving from Magnemite. This card features 60 HP and two attacks: Thunder Wave, which can paralyze the opponent’s active Pokémon, and Selfdestruct, dealing damage to all Pokémon on both players’ Benches but also inflicting heavy damage to Magneton itself. It has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of 1. The card is illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi and is classified as a Rare Holo from the original Base set.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Base
    • Card Number: 9
    • Rarity: Rare Holo
    • HP: 60
    • Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base1-9 and the card number 9 in the Base set. The card does not have a regulation mark.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the holofoil and card condition, store Magneton in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially the holographic area. Use a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set: Magneton #9 is part of the original Base set, notable for its classic artwork and foundational gameplay mechanics. This card’s combination of offensive and disruptive attacks makes it a memorable collectible from the early days of the Pokémon TCG.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base 9 Rare Holo 60 Keiji Kinebuchi

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    Magneton (Base Set) #9