The 2009 Pokémon Arceus set card 23, featuring Omastar. This rare Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon offers strategic gameplay with Fossil synergy.
Omastar
2009 • Pokémon • Arceus
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Designed by Hajime Kusajima, this rare card represents the Stage 2 evolution of Omanyte and carries a robust 120 Hit Points, making it a resilient presence in gameplay. Omastar’s design leverages its prehistoric roots through two distinct attacks that appeal to different tactical styles. The first attack, Time Spiral, allows players to disrupt their opponent's strategy by removing the highest Stage Evolution card from an opponent's Pokémon and forcing them to shuffle it back into their deck. This control-oriented move can significantly shift the momentum of a match. The second attack, Primal Tentacles, offers direct damage potential. It deals 30 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, and Old Amber located in the player's discard pile. This synergy with other Fossil-themed cards makes Omastar a compelling choice for players building specialized decks focused on resource management and discard pile utilization. For collectors building their Pokémon Arceus set, Omastar serves as an essential component. The card's rarity designation adds to its desirability among enthusiasts who appreciate the completeness of their collections. Whether you are a seasoned player looking to enhance your strategic toolkit or a collector focused on acquiring rare cards from the late 2000s, this Omastar card stands as a notable piece of Pokémon history. Its ability to interact with the discard pile and disrupt opponent strategies highlights the creative design philosophy of the era.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Omastar
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Hajime Kusajima
Card Stock
English
120
Water
Stage 2
Omanyte
Grass +30
1
139
Card Text
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Attack: Time Spiral
Choose 1 of your opponent's Evolved Pokémon. Remove the highest Stage Evolution card from that Pokémon and have your opponent shuffle that card into his or her deck.
Attack: Primal Tentacles (30+)
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, and Old Amber in your discard pile.
It is thought that this Pokémon became extinct because its spiral shell grew too large.














