Cubone – Team Rocket Returns (ex7-51) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Cubone from the Team Rocket Returns set is a Common card numbered 51. This lively Pokémon has 50 HP and features the attack Bonemerang. Its straightforward design makes it a notable addition for collectors focusing on this set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Look for Friends: Reveals cards from your deck until a Basic Pokémon is found to add to your hand.
• Bonemerang: Flip 2 coins; this attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Team Rocket Returns set, identified by set code ex7 and card number 51. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Kouki Saitou, notable for its simple, effective portrayal of a Fighting-type Cubone.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by:
– Card number (51)
– Set code (ex7)
– Artwork by Kouki Saitou
– Fighting type and Basic stage classification

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in official tournaments is therefore uncertain.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain condition. Given its unknown legality, collectors may prioritize preservation over play use.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set revisits the iconic Team Rocket theme with a mix of Dark and Fighting-type Pokémon. Cubone ex7-51 fits into this theme as a Basic Fighting-type with straightforward attacks, adding nostalgic value for collectors of the era.