Dark Forretress card #35 from the 2002 Neo Destiny set, featuring Mitsuhiro Arita's artwork and a unique Grass-type mechanic.
Dark Forretress
2002 • Pokémon • Neo Destiny
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This Pokémon trading card, numbered 35 in the Neo Destiny expansion released in 2002, features the Stage 1 Pokémon Dark Forretress. Designed by Mitsuhiro Arita, the card represents the Grass type and evolves from Pineco, offering collectors a tangible piece of the early 2000s TCG era. With 60 HP and a retreat cost of 2, Dark Forretress provides distinct gameplay options through its attacks, including a defensive mechanic involving coin flips and a self-damaging Grass explosion. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Neo Destiny base set, which remains a foundational collection for many TCG enthusiasts. The card's identity is firmly rooted in its 2002 release, making it a notable item for those interested in the history of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Adding this card to your collection supports the preservation of early Pokémon media history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Dark Forretress
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
60
Grass
Stage 1
Pineco
Fire ×2
2
205
Card Text
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Attack: Armor Up
Until the end of your next turn, if Dark Forretress would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, flip a coin. If heads, Dark Forretress is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP become 10 instead.
Attack: Explosion (60)
Dark Forretress does 60 damage to itself.
It stays motionless in trees, driving away with flying armored shards from its hard shell any who come close.