Magby (Team Rocket Returns 24) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magby from Team Rocket Returns is a Rare Basic Pokémon, card number 24, with 50 HP. It features the Baby Evolution ability and the Detour attack, offering a blend of collectible appeal and tactical utility for players and collectors alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Ability: Baby Evolution (evolve Magby from hand and heal it once per turn)
• Attack: Detour (uses effect of a Supporter card in play)

Key Printings

This printing is card number 24 from Team Rocket Returns (ex7). It is a Rare card with no known alternate print variants. The Yukiko Baba artwork stands out within the ex-series.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate versions of this Magby are documented. Identify it by set code “ex7-24,” rarity “Rare,” and the Poké-Power Baby Evolution.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Baby Evolution ability and Detour attack provide interesting tactical options, though tournament play status is unclear.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching—preserving the illustrator’s artwork is key to maintaining value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): Includes Magby as a Rare Basic Fire-type with a unique evolution ability and a Supporter-interactive attack, adding strategic depth to the ex-series lineup.