Magmar (Evolutions 20) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magmar from the Evolutions set is an Uncommon card numbered 20 with a solid 80 HP. This fiery Pokémon wields Flamethrower to showcase its blazing power, and the straightforward design captures Magmar’s intense heat in a compact, nostalgic form.

Quick Facts

• HP: 80
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water (×2)
• No resistances or abilities
• Attacks:
• Fire Punch (30 damage, costs 2 Fire Energy)
• Flamethrower (60 damage, costs 2 Fire + 1 Colorless; requires discarding a Fire Energy)
• Flavor Text: Found near the mouth of a volcano. This fire-breather’s body temperature is nearly 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Image:

Key Printings

This Magmar card is from the XY series, specifically the Evolutions set (set code xy12). It is card number 20 in the set and is classified as Uncommon rarity. The card features classic Ken Sugimori artwork, emphasizing its fiery theme.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing. The card can be identified by its set code “xy12-20,” its Uncommon rarity, and the distinctive Ken Sugimori illustration. The card’s subtype is Basic, and it has no evolution from any other Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the vivid artwork and condition.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon with nostalgic artwork and mechanics. Magmar appears as a Basic Fire-type with straightforward attacks, fitting the set’s theme of revisiting original-generation Pokémon with a modern twist.