Aerodactyl 13/99
Set: Arceus
Released: Nov 4, 2009
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About Aerodactyl
A Pokémon that roamed the skies in the dinosaur era. Its teeth are like saw blades.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #142
- Card Number 13/99
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
- Release Date04/11/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Arceus
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Lightning +20 - Resistance
Fighting -20 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Unearth
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for Helix Fossil, Dome Fossil, or Old Amber, show it your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Aerodactyl is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Hyper Beam30


Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Aerodactyl perched on a tree branch, wings partially spread, eyes alert. Leaves swirl in the forest breeze as it prepares to take flight in its prehistoric sky domain.
Playability Overview
Aerodactyl's ability to fetch key Fossil cards early provides strong deck consistency, but its moderate HP and coin-dependent attack limit its impact in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Ancient SkiesThis card fits great on a dinosaur or prehistoric-themed page. Use it as a cool centerpiece among other fossil or ancient Pokémon. The leafy background keeps the vibe natural, so pairing it with forest or earth-toned cards nearby works well.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Adventurous / Earthy / Prehistoric / Flying Fossils










