The 2004 Pokémon Team Rocket Returns #19 Dark Tyranitar is a Stage 2 Darkness-type card featuring powerful attacks like Spinning Tail and Bite Off.
Dark Tyranitar
2004 • Pokémon • Team Rocket Returns
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Released in 2004 as part of the Team Rocket Returns set, the Dark Tyranitar card (number 19) represents a formidable presence in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This Stage 2 Darkness-type Pokémon evolves from Dark Pupitar and boasts 120 HP, making it a resilient choice for competitive play. The card features artwork by Nakaoka, capturing the imposing nature of this powerful creature. Dark Tyranitar offers versatile offensive options. Its Colorless Grind attack scales with attached Energy, dealing increasing damage. The Spinning Tail attack strikes all opposing Pokémon simultaneously, bypassing bench protection. Additionally, the Bite Off attack targets Pokémon-ex specifically, dealing heavy damage to high-threat opponents. These mechanics make it a strategic asset in decks focused on Darkness-type synergy. As a Rare card, Dark Tyranitar is a sought-after addition for those completing the TRR collection. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a comprehensive set, this card remains a key component.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Dark Tyranitar
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Nakaoka
Card Stock
English
120
Darkness
Stage 2
Dark Pupitar
Fighting ×2
Psychic -30
2
248
Card Text
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Attack: Grind (10+)
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Dark Tyranitar.
Attack: Spinning Tail
Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Attack: Bite Off (70+)
If the Defending Pokémon is Pokémon-ex, this attack does 70 damage plus 50 more damage.