White Flare·#50
Archen, the First Bird Pokémon, is a Rock/Flying-type from Generation V, revived from an Antique Plume Fossil and an ancestor of modern bird Pokémon. This specific White Flare Archen card, 050/086, is a standard uncommon printing from 2025, notable for its unique coin-flip attack and distinct art style. Here, you'll find detailed Pokédex lore, the card's mechanics including HP, attacks, energy costs, weakness, and the edition's history. This page provides context for collectors, covering who the card appeals to and answering frequently asked questions about its specifics.
Read more ↓Archen is a Rock/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V, hailing from the Unova region. Known as the First Bird Pokémon, Archen is a prehistoric creature that evolves from an Antique Plume Fossil. Its unique biology suggests it is an ancient ancestor of modern bird Pokémon, though it was unable to truly fly, instead moving by hopping from branch to branch. This intriguing detail is reflected in its Pokédex entries, which often highlight its evolutionary significance. Archen’s natural habitat would have been ancient forests, where it likely hunted for food by ambushing prey from above. In the games, players can revive Archen from a fossil, giving them a glimpse into the Pokémon world's distant past. Its evolution, Archeops, is a formidable force, though it too carries the burden of its ancient lineage with its unique ability, Defeatist. Archen’s design, with its vibrant colors and feathered appearance, makes it a fan favorite among those interested in the Pokémon universe's paleontological aspects and its role in the broader evolutionary narrative.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
