Dark Magcargo Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Dark Magcargo from the Team Rocket Returns set is an uncommon card numbered 38. It features 80 HP and includes the attack Energy Press. This card captures the fiery essence of Magcargo with a distinct dark twist.

Quick Facts

• Types: Fire, Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Energy Press: Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each basic Energy card attached to all of your Active Pokémon.
• Linear Attack: Deals 40 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon (no Weakness or Resistance applied for Benched Pokémon).
• Rules: This Pokémon is both Fire and Darkness type.
• Illustrator: Nakaoka
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Dark Magcargo appears in the “Team Rocket Returns” set (ex7), numbered 38. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features artwork by Nakaoka. No other print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Dark Magcargo card. Identification relies on the set code “ex7,” card number 38, and the unique dual Fire and Darkness typing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Dark Magcargo in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, handling with care will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): This set reintroduced Dark-type Pokémon with a twist, including Dark Magcargo as a Fire/Darkness hybrid Stage 1. It features strategic attacks that leverage Energy attachments and targeted damage, fitting the set’s theme of shadowy and powerful Pokémon.