The 2009 Pokémon Arceus set release featuring Kabutops as card #4. This Holo Rare Fighting-type Stage 2 card is a key piece for dedicated Pokémon TCG collectors seeking set completion.
Kabutops
2009 • Pokémon • Arceus
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At card number 4, Kabutops stands out as a formidable Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon that appeals to both competitive players and collectors focused on set building. Evolving from Kabuto, this prehistoric creature brings significant power to any deck, boasting 130 HP and versatile attack options that define its role in the game. Kabutops features two distinct attacks designed to control the battlefield. Fighting Primal Scythe allows players to discard specific fossils like Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber from their hand to deal 70 total damage, leveraging the set’s fossil theme for high impact. Alternatively, Rock Slide delivers 60 damage to two of the opponent's Benched Pokémon, making it an effective tool for clearing support units without triggering standard weakness or resistance rules. This dual-threat capability makes the card a strategic asset. Designed by Hajime Kusajima, this Holo Rare card captures the essence of Kabutops’s lore, which suggests it came onto land because its prey adapted to terrestrial life. Whether you are completing a full set or hunting for specific high-rarity cards, this product represents a significant milestone for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Kabutops
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Hajime Kusajima
Card Stock
English
Holo
130
Fighting
Stage 2
Kabuto
Grass +30
2
141
Card Text
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Attack: Primal Scythe (20+)
You may discard Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber from your hand. If you do, this attack does 20 damage plus 50 more damage.
Attack: Rock Slide (60)
Does 10 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
It is thought that this Pokémon came onto land because its prey adapted to life on land.















