Aron (ex Ruby Sapphire 49) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Aron is a Common Pokémon card from the Ruby Sapphire set, numbered 49. With 40 HP and two simple attacks—Teary Eyes and Ram—it offers a straightforward, sturdy option for collectors who appreciate early ex-era design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Grass (-30)
• Attacks:
• Teary Eyes: Reduces damage done to Aron by 10 during opponent’s next turn.
• Ram: Deals 20 damage for two Colorless energy.
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This printing is from the ex Ruby Sapphire set, card number 49. A common rarity illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, it showcases the clean layout and straightforward mechanics typical of the early ex series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Aron.

• Set code: “ex1”
• Card number: “49”
• Type: Metal
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its simple attacks and low HP indicate it was intended for early gameplay rather than competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. As a common rarity, preservation focuses on maintaining surface and edge quality, highlighting the detailed Mitsuhiro Arita illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Ruby Sapphire: Introduces Aron as a Metal-type Basic Pokémon with practical defensive and offensive moves, aligning with the set’s theme of strategic elemental design, though specific release details remain unknown.