Gigalith – Emerging Powers (#53)

Gigalith Pokémon card — Emerging Powers #53, Rare
Rare artwork from Emerging Powers.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Gigalith (#53) is a Rare card from Black & White - Emerging Powers released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Shear attack, Discard the top 5 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Fighting Energy cards, attach them to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.48, Cardmarket average sale is €0.52, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.48
  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.03
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €1.03 (CM) $0.48 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Emerging Powers
Card Number
53
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Naoki Saito
HP
140
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Shear [Fighting]
    Discard the top 5 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Fighting Energy cards, attach them to this Pokémon.
  • Rock Bullet [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 40+
    Does 20 more damage for each Fighting Energy attached to this Pokémon.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Gigalith from Emerging Powers (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Gigalith 53 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Gigalith's Shear for Fighting energy. Special effect: Discard the top 5 cards of your deck. If any of those cards are Fighting Energy cards, attach them t...

Stats Overview: 140 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Emerging Powers #53 ← Current 140 2 attacks Rare $0.48

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�📦 Emerging Powers Set Context

This Gigalith is part of the Emerging Powers expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Gigalith card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Rare cards from Emerging Powers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Naoki Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Gigalith 53 was released in 2011 in the Emerging Powers expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Emerging Powers is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Gigalith with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Gigalith card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Gigalith works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Gigalith & Explore More

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