Collector’s Guide: Articuno (Fossil #2, Rare Holo)
Quick Facts
- Pokémon: Articuno
- Set: Fossil (base3)
- Card Number: 2
- Rarity: Rare Holo
- HP: 70
- Type: Water
- Stage: Basic
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Legality: unknown
Articuno is a legendary bird Pokémon featured in the Fossil set as a Basic Water-type with 70 HP. It has two attacks: Freeze Dry, which can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon, and Blizzard, which deals damage to all Benched Pokémon depending on a coin flip.
Key Printings
This exact printing is from the Fossil set, identified by the set code “base3” and card number 2. It is a Rare Holo card illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, known for his iconic artwork in early Pokémon TCG sets.
Variants & Identifiers
- Set Name: Fossil
- Set Code: base3
- Card Number: 2
- Rarity: Rare Holo
- Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
- Type: Water
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Resistance: Fighting (-30)
- Weakness: None listed
- Print Variants: None known for this exact printing
- Regulation Mark: None
Care & Storage Tips
To preserve the value and condition of this Rare Holo Articuno card:
- Store in a protective sleeve and hard top-loader or card case.
- Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of holofoil and card colors.
- Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
- Handle by edges to prevent fingerprints and surface wear.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Fossil Set: Released as one of the early expansions, the Fossil set introduced several legendary Pokémon including Articuno. This card captures Articuno’s icy theme with Water-type attacks and a classic Mitsuhiro Arita illustration. It remains a sought-after collectible for fans of the original expansions.
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fossil | 2 | Rare Holo | 70 | Mitsuhiro Arita |
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