Majestic Dawn·#67·2008
Kabuto, the ancient Shellfish Pokémon, is a fascinating Water/Rock type from Generation I that evolves from the Dome Fossil, symbolizing prehistoric life. This specific Kabuto card from the 2008 Majestic Dawn set is a common Stage 1 Pokémon, notable for its unique "Ancient Guidance" Poké-POWER. Here, visitors will discover Kabuto's Pokédex lore, its card mechanics including HP, attacks, energy costs, weakness, and the historical context of its edition.
Read more ↓Kabuto, the Shellfish Pokémon, is a fascinating creature from the Kanto region, first introduced in Generation I. This ancient Pokémon is known for its distinctive, hard shell and two glowing red eyes. Kabuto is a fossil Pokémon, meaning it can be revived from ancient remnants found in the earth, specifically the Dome Fossil. Its natural habitat, when it was alive millions of years ago, was the ocean floor, where it likely scuttled along, feeding on smaller organisms. Kabuto is a Water/Rock type, reflecting its aquatic origins and its sturdy, fossilized nature. It evolves into Kabutops, a fearsome predator with scythe-like claws. In the games, players often have to choose between reviving Kabuto or Omanyte from fossils, making it a pivotal choice early in their adventure. Its design is inspired by horseshoe crabs, giving it a unique place among Pokémon based on prehistoric marine life. Kabuto’s existence highlights the theme of ancient life and scientific revival often explored in the Pokémon world, making it a symbol of the past brought to the present.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
