Mothim – POP Series 7 (#5)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mothim (#5) is a Rare card from POP - POP Series 7 released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kazuyuki Kano and the Silver Wind attack, During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), that attack does 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.52, Cardmarket average sale is €1.27, Floor listings start near €0.58.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.52
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.93
- Recent low listing: €0.58
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 7
- Card Number
- 5
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kazuyuki Kano
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire +20
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
Attacks & Strategy
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Silver Wind
During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), that attack does 40 more damage.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Raging Scales
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30+
If Mothim has any damage counters on it, this attack does 30 damage plus 40 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mothim from POP Series 7 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kazuyuki Kano.
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 Mothim 5 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mothim's Silver Wind . Special effect: During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness an...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire +20 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mothim Cards
Looking for other Mothim cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 7 #5 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.61 |
�📦 POP Series 7 Set Context
This Mothim is part of the POP Series 7 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kazuyuki Kano, 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 Mothim 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 cards from POP Series 7 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kazuyuki Kano 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 POP Series 7
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mothim 5 was released in 2008 in the POP Series 7 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kazuyuki Kano. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 7 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 Mothim 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 Mothim 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: Mothim works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.