Skarmory 53/106
Set: Great Encounters
Released: Feb 1, 2008
Pokémon
Metal Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 10.7 packs (9.3%)
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About Skarmory
Despite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speeds over 180 mph.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #227
- Card Number 53/106
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
- Release Date01/02/2008
- SeriesDiamond & Pearl
- Expansion Great Encounters
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Fire +20 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Air Crash20

Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
- Steel Wing40



During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Skarmory by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Skarmory soaring aggressively through ancient ruins, wings spread wide and beak open, exuding a fierce and metallic presence amidst a stormy, turbulent sky.
Playability Overview
Skarmory's ability to potentially disrupt an opponent's energy and reduce incoming damage promotes a defensive playstyle focused on sustainability and strategic attrition.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Steel FortressThis Skarmory card showcases its sleek metal feathers, which give off a strong, protective vibe. It’s perfect to place on a "Battle Ready" page, ideally near other Steel-types like Aggron or Scizor. The sharp contrast of the blue and silver makes it visually striking, so it’ll stand out nicely.Additional Binder Suggestions: Metal / Fierce / Industrial / Battle Armor / Sky Guardian














