Protective Armor Ability
As long as this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, all of your Pokémon take 10 less damage from attacks from your opponent's Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Pitch Black
Antique Armor Fossil
072/84 60 HP · Common
English card price
0.03 €
30-day average · general reference
We do not have the Near Mint average for the English print yet. Meanwhile this is the Cardmarket 30-day average, which mixes every language and condition (updated 06/11/2026).
See listings on Cardmarket ↗ What makes a card more valuable?
| Number | 072/84 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Category | Trainer |
| Regulation mark | J |
| Legality | Standard: Yes · Expanded: Yes |
| Finishes | Normal · Reverse holo |
| Illustrator | AYUMI ODASHIMA |
What to know about this card
- It is card 72 of the 84 in the official Pitch Black checklist. If you are completing the set, mark it in your collection to keep track.
- Rarity: Common. The symbol in the bottom corner confirms it at a glance, as explained in Pokémon card rarities explained.
- It carries regulation mark J and is legal in the current Standard format. How rotation works.
- It exists in several finishes (Normal, Reverse holo). Each one has its own price; the average above is for the regular version.
- Artwork by AYUMI ODASHIMA. Some collectors chase every card by the same artist: how to start (in Spanish).
Abilities
Effect
Play this card as if it were a 60-HP Basic {C} Pokémon. This card can't be affected by any Special Conditions and can't retreat. At any time during your turn, you may discard this card from play.
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