Magneton Collector’s Guide: FireRed LeafGreen (ex6-27)

Character Intro

Magneton from the FireRed LeafGreen set is a rare card numbered 27 with 80 HP. This electric-type Pokémon features the dynamic attack Thundershock. Its sturdy design makes it a distinctive addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Magnemite)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -30
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Attacks:
• Thundershock: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Paralyzed. Deals 20 damage.
• Speed Shot: Choose 1 of your opponent’s Pokémon and deal 40 damage ignoring Weakness, Resistance, and other effects.
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the ex FireRed LeafGreen set, card number 27. It is a rare Lightning-type Stage 1 card evolving from Magnemite, notable for Ken Sugimori artwork and balanced attack options.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are documented for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (ex6), card number (27), and illustrator (Ken Sugimori). The lack of a regulation mark and flavor text further distinguishes this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its attacks offer strategic options with status effects and damage that bypasses common modifiers, which can be useful in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve, keep the card away from direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve its rare status and artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• FireRed LeafGreen (ex6): This set features Magneton as a rare Stage 1 Lightning-type card with a focus on tactical paralysis and damage flexibility. The set is known for its classic Ken Sugimori illustrations and includes no known print variants for this card.