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Magcargo-GX
Lost Thunder 198/214 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Number
- 198/214
- Rarity
- Rare Ultra
- Released
- 2018
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $7.66
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard the top card of your deck. If it's a basic Energy card, attach it to 1 of your Pokémon.
Discard any amount of basic Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 50 more damage for each card you discarded in this way.
Discard the top 5 cards of your opponent's deck. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
Pokémon-GX rule: When your Pokémon-GX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Magcargo-GX was released as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Lost Thunder in November 2018. This set was notable for its sheer scale, featuring over 200 cards, and focused on integrating various Pokémon from the Generation VII era, including those from the Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon video games. The inclusion of Magcargo-GX reflected the series' continued emphasis on high-health, high-damage mechanics for evolved Pokémon.
The card features artwork by illustrator 5ban Graphics, a creative collective frequently commissioned by The Pokémon Company for GX-era cards. Their aesthetic approach typically centers on 3D-rendered, highly stylized depictions designed to pop off the surface of the holographic card stock. Upon its release, Magcargo-GX was evaluated by players for its utility in fire-type decks, though it remained a niche competitive pick compared to other GX cards in the same set.
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