Roserade gl – Rising Rivals (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Roserade gl (#12) is a Rare Holo card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kanako Eo and the Poison Bind attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned and can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.44, Cardmarket average sale is €2.51, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.44
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.40
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kanako Eo
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Poison Bind
[Colorless]
— 10
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned and can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. -
Long Whip
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30
If the Defending Pokémon is affected by any Special Conditions, you may do 30 damage to any 1 Benched Pokémon instead. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Roserade gl from Rising Rivals (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kanako Eo.
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 Roserade gl 12 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Roserade gl's Poison Bind deals 10 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned and can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #12 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $4.44 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Roserade gl is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kanako Eo, 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 Roserade gl 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
- Rare Holo cards from Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kanako Eo resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Rising Rivals
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Roserade gl 12 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kanako Eo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Roserade gl 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 Roserade gl 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Roserade gl works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.