Skarmory 95/149
Set: Boundaries Crossed
Released: Nov 7, 2012
Pokémon
Metal Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 14.3 packs (7.0%)
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About Skarmory
Despite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speed of over 180 mph.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #227
- Card Number 95/149
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
- Release Date07/11/2012
- SeriesBlack & White
- Expansion Boundaries Crossed
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Attacks
- Claw20

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
- Drill Peck50



Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Skarmory soaring fiercely through a forested area, its metallic wings spread wide and sharp beak open, with leaves swirling around it against a bright blue sky.
Playability Overview
Skarmory’s reliable retreat cost and solid 50-damage Drill Peck make it a steady choice for gradual pressure, though its coin-dependent Claw attack adds an element of risk to offensive strategies.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Soaring HeightsThis Skarmory has such a dynamic feel with its wings spread wide against a backdrop of green trees. It's perfect for a "Skyward Flight" page. You might want to pair it with other Flying types that have a similar action pose, like Talonflame or Zapdos, to highlight that sense of movement.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Adventurous / Silver Shine / Flight Path / Birdwatching














