Bastiodon 20/127
Set: Platinum Base
Released: Feb 11, 2009
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #411
- Card Number 20/127
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorKagemaru Himeno
- Release Date11/02/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Platinum Base
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionSinnoh
- Generation Generation 4
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points130 HP
- Weakness
Fire +30 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost



Colorless ×4
Abilities
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Poké-Body:
Metal Trait
As long as Bastiodon has a Pokémon Tool attached to it, remove 1 damage counter from Bastiodon between turns.
Attacks
- Iron Defense30



Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Bastiodon during your opponent's next turn.
- Iron Tackle80




Bastiodon does 30 damage to itself.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Bastiodon charging fiercely through a rocky cavern, its massive armored head and large horns gleaming under dim light, conveying strength and resilience amidst a rugged, dynamic environment.
Playability Overview
Bastiodon offers solid defensive potential with Metal Trait and Iron Defense, but its high retreat cost and self-damaging attack can limit consistent play in faster-paced decks.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fossil FortressPlace this card in the center of a page dedicated to Fossil Pokémon. Its robust design and defensive capabilities make it a great anchor, surrounded by other evolved Fossil types like Rampardos and Kabutops. The earthy tones blend well with rocky backgrounds.Additional Binder Suggestions: Fossil / Defensive / Earthy Brown / Ancient Relics / Rock Solid






























