Onix (Evolutions 61) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Onix from the Evolutions set is a sturdy Common card numbered 61. With 100 HP and the straightforward Rock Throw attack, it embodies Onix’s solid, rock-type nature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Attacks:
• Harden: Prevents damage of 60 or less during opponent’s next turn.
• Rock Throw: Deals 40 damage.
• Flavor Text: “It usually lives underground. It searches for food while boring its way through the ground at 50 miles per hour.”
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Set: XY Evolutions (xy12)
• Card Number: 61
• Rarity: Common
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This Onix is from the XY Evolutions set (set code xy12), card number 61. It is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with common rarity and classic artwork by Ken Sugimori. It does not evolve from previous cards, making it a straightforward inclusion for collectors focusing on Evolutions-era nostalgia.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Onix. Identify it by its Fighting type, 100 HP, the attacks Harden and Rock Throw, a retreat cost of 3, and a Grass (×2) weakness. The illustration and the xy12-61 marking further confirm its identity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Onix card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited by its Basic stage and moderate damage output, while Harden offers a defensive option by preventing up to 60 damage during the opponent’s next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the illustrated front. A binder or dedicated card box helps maintain condition over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): Revives classic Pokémon with updated mechanics and nostalgic artwork. Onix 61 fits the theme with solid HP and a defensive capability, plus familiar flavor text that appeals to Evolutions collectors.