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Magnemite Base Set 2 2000
Card · Base Set 2 · 2000

Magnemite

$0.39 Latest known market value January 17, 2026
Common Lightning
Curatorial Commentary

In this card, Magnemite hovers in a dynamic scene, surrounded by faint electric currents that hint at its electric nature. The metallic Pokémon, with its round body and attached magnets, seems to be in a moment of action, perhaps preparing to unleash a Thunder Wave. The soft shadows and highlights create a sense of depth, making it feel as if Magnemite is part of a larger world filled with energy. This snapshot captures the essence of Magnemite's character, embodying both its playful and powerful attributes.

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Catalogue plate № 79/130
Identity
PokémonMagnemite
TypeLightning
RarityCommon
StageBasic
Authorship
IllustratorKeiji Kinebuchi
Year2000
Plate №79/130
Composition
StyleCartoonishTraditional
MoodPlayfulSimple
CompositionClearStraightforward
PaletteLimitedMuted
Game mechanics
HP 40
Stage Basic
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat
Thunder Wave 10

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Selfdestruct 40

Does 10 damage to each Pokémon on each player's Bench. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Magnemite does 40 damage to itself.