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Mysterious Fossil 62/62 Pokémon Fossil Raw
Mysterious Fossil 62/62 Pokémon Fossil Raw
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Character: N/A
Set: Base Set
Series: Fossil
Card Number: 62
Rarity: Common
Condition: Raw
Grade: N/A
Year: 1999
Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
The Mysterious Fossil (62/62) from the Pokémon Fossil expansion set is a unique and iconic Trainer card that holds a special place in the history of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Released in October 1999 as part of the third TCG expansion, Fossil is notable for being the smallest set with only 62 cards. As the final card in the set, Mysterious Fossil plays a crucial mechanical role by allowing players to treat it as a Basic Pokémon when played. This unusual functionality lets it serve as a placeholder on the bench, protecting more valuable Pokémon while also enabling the evolution of fossil-based Pokémon like Omanyte, Kabuto, and Aerodactyl.
Despite having 10 HP and counting as a Pokémon in play, Mysterious Fossil has no attacks, cannot retreat, and cannot be affected by special conditions such as Asleep, Confused, Paralyzed, or Poisoned. If it is Knocked Out, it does not count as a Knocked Out Pokémon, meaning your opponent does not take a prize card—though the card is still discarded. Additionally, you may choose to discard it from play at any time during your turn before attacking, offering strategic flexibility. This blend of utility and limitation makes it a clever tactical tool, especially in early-game setups or stall strategies.
As a Common card from the Fossil set, Mysterious Fossil is often found in raw, ungraded condition, making it accessible to collectors and players alike. Whether you're completing a full 62-card set or incorporating vintage cards into a nostalgic deck, this piece represents a foundational era of the Pokémon TCG. Its simple yet innovative design reflects the creativity of the game’s early years, and its presence in any collection adds both historical value and gameplay versatility.
Card Number / Rarity:62/62 / Common
Card Type / HP / Stage:Trainer / 10 /
Card Text:Play Mysterious Fossil as if it were a Basic Pokémon. While in play, Mysterious Fossil counts as a Pokemon (instead of a Trainer card). Mysterious Fossil can't be Asleep, Confused, Paralyzed, or Poisoned. If Mysterious Fossil is Knocked Out, it doesn't count as a Knocked Out Pokémon. (Discard anyway.) At any time during your turn before your attack, you may discard Mysterious Fossil from play.
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