Kyogre and groudon legend – HS-Undaunted (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kyogre and groudon legend (#88) is a Legend card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS-Undaunted released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba and the Mega Tidal Wave attack, Discard the top 5 cards from your opponent's deck. This attack does 30 damage times the number of Energy cards you discarded to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $157.66, Cardmarket average sale is €39.98, Floor listings start near €8.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $157.66
- Cardmarket trend price: €43.10
- Recent low listing: €8.00
Card Details
- Set
- HS-Undaunted
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Legend
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 💧 Water, ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2, Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Mega Tidal Wave
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
Discard the top 5 cards from your opponent's deck. This attack does 30 damage times the number of Energy cards you discarded to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Massive Eruption
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100×
Discard the top 5 cards from your deck. This attack does 100 damage times the number of Energy cards you discarded.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kyogre and groudon legend from HS-Undaunted (Legend) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba.
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 Kyogre and groudon legend 88 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Kyogre and groudon legend's Mega Tidal Wave for Water + Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard the top 5 cards from your opponent's deck. This attack does 30 damage times the number of En...
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Water/Fighting Type • Weak to Lightning ×2, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS-Undaunted #88 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Legend | $157.66 |
�📦 HS-Undaunted Set Context
This Kyogre and groudon legend is part of the HS-Undaunted expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba, 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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Kyogre and groudon legend card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
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
- Legend cards from HS-Undaunted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water, Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Kyogre and groudon legend 88 was released in 2010 in the HS-Undaunted expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS-Undaunted is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Kyogre and groudon legend with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Kyogre and groudon legend card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Kyogre and groudon legend works best in Water type decks.