Onix (Team Rocket Returns 69) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Onix from the Team Rocket Returns set is a sturdy Common card numbered 69. It boasts 80 HP and features the attack Granite Head. This card captures Onix’s rugged nature with a straightforward design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Horn Rush: Flip a coin; if tails, no damage. Deals 10 damage.
• Granite Head: Deals 20 damage and reduces damage taken by Onix by 10 during opponent’s next turn.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 69 in the Team Rocket Returns set (ex7). It is a common rarity card, making it accessible but still a valuable part of the ex series collections. The artwork by Atsuko Nishida is a notable feature for collectors who appreciate classic Pokémon TCG art.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Onix card. It is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with a retreat cost of 3 and a Water weakness. The card can be identified by its set code “ex7” and number “69.” The market reference for this card is “Onix Team Rocket Returns 69.” The image of the card is available at /images/ex7/ex7-69.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in current tournament settings is therefore unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is still worth preserving for collectors interested in the Team Rocket Returns set or Atsuko Nishida’s artwork. Avoid bending or scratching the card to keep its value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set revisits the dark and gritty theme of Team Rocket, featuring Pokémon like Onix with Fighting-type energy. The set is known for its mix of common and rare cards with unique attacks and abilities, although this Onix card focuses on straightforward, tactical gameplay rather than complex mechanics. The release date for this set is unknown.