Magnemite (Plasma Storm 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magnemite from the Plasma Storm set is a Common card numbered 42. This Lightning-type Basic Pokémon has 60 HP and features the attack Electro Ball. Its straightforward design makes it a recognizable staple for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Metal Sound: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Confused.
• Electro Ball: Deals 20 damage.
• Flavor Text: The electromagnetic waves emitted by the units at the sides of its head expel antigravity, which allows it to float.
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing of Magnemite appears in the Plasma Storm set as card number 42. It is a Common rarity card, making it widely accessible for collectors and players alike.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Magnemite card. It can be identified by its set code “bw8,” the Plasma Storm logo, and the illustrator credit to Shigenori Negishi. The card’s Lightning type and Basic stage classification also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching to preserve condition and artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Storm: Features Magnemite as a Common Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and flavor text highlighting its antigravity abilities—fitting for collections centered on the Black & White era and Lightning-type Pokémon.