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Anorith — Steam Siege Pokémon card

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AnorithSteam Siege #56 Pokémon Card

Steam Siege·#56·2016

Anorith, the Old Shrimp Pokémon, is a fascinating Rock/Bug-type from the Hoenn region, representing a reanimated fossil that showcases the ancient history of the Pokémon world. This particular Anorith card, from the 2016 XY—Steam Siege expansion, is a common variant, notable for its "Restored" designation and unique ability that interacts with other fossil Pokémon. Here, you will find comprehensive details on its Pokédex lore, card mechanics including its attacks and energy costs, and a thorough history of this specific edition.

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Card Number
#56
Release Date
August 2, 2016
Language
EN
Set Code
XY11

Anorith is a Rock/Bug-type Pokémon first introduced in Generation III, hailing from the ancient Hoenn region. Known as the Old Shrimp Pokémon, it is a prehistoric creature that can be revived from a Claw Fossil. Anorith evolves into Armaldo, a powerful Rock/Bug-type, at level 40. Its natural habitat, when it was alive millions of years ago, was the ancient seas where it hunted with its sharp claws. Its diet likely consisted of smaller marine organisms, which it would ambush and grasp with its formidable appendages. In the Pokémon games, players typically encounter Anorith by restoring a Claw Fossil found in specific locations like the Desert Underpass or various digging sites. Its unique type combination gives it resistances to Normal and Poison, but weaknesses to Rock, Steel, and especially Water. In the anime, Anorith and its evolution Armaldo have been featured as ancient Pokémon brought back to life, often highlighting themes of preservation and the mysteries of the past. Anorith holds cultural significance as a representation of the deep history within the Pokémon world, linking present-day Pokémon to their ancient ancestors and emphasizing the concept of fossil revival.

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