Carracosta 28/101
Set: Plasma Blast
Released: Aug 14, 2013
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About Carracosta
It could knock out a foe with a slap from one of its developed front appendages and chew it up, shell or bones and all.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #565
- Card Number 28/101
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
- Release Date14/08/2013
- SeriesBlack & White
- Expansion Plasma Blast
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points140 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2 - Retreat Cost



Colorless ×4
Attacks
- Fossil Clutch50+



You may discard an Item card that has Fossil in its name from your hand. If you do, this attack does 50 more damage.
- Waterfall80




Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Carracosta swimming underwater, its sturdy shell and developed front limbs cutting through a murky, greenish environment, evoking an ancient, resilient creature adapted to aquatic life.
Playability Overview
Carracosta offers solid HP and decent damage output, but its high retreat cost and reliance on specific Fossil items limit its competitive playability.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fossil FindsPlace Carracosta in the center of a "Fossil" themed page. It pairs well with other fossil Pokémon like Kabutops and Omastar, creating a cohesive look. The water and fossil elements work nicely together, making it a standout piece surrounded by earthy tones.Additional Binder Suggestions: Fossil / Chill / Aqua Blue / Ancient Relics / Ocean Depths



























