Arvens mabosstiff ex – Destined Rivals (#139)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Arvens mabosstiff ex (#139) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Destined Rivals released in 2025. It showcases artwork by akagi and the Vigorous Tackle attack (30+ damage), If this Pokémon has no damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.57, Cardmarket average sale is €0.52, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.56
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Destined Rivals
- Card Number
- 139
- Rarity
- ✨ Double Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 akagi
- HP
- 270
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Vigorous Tackle
[Colorless]
— 30+
If this Pokémon has no damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more damage. -
Boss Headbutt
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 210
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Boss Headbutt.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (70.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Arvens mabosstiff ex from Destined Rivals (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator akagi.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Arvens mabosstiff ex 139 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Arvens mabosstiff ex's Vigorous Tackle deals 30+ damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon has no damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more damage.
Stats Overview: 270 HP • Darkness 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destined Rivals #139 ← Current | 270 | 2 attacks | Double Rare | $0.57 |
�📦 Destined Rivals Set Context
This Arvens mabosstiff ex is part of the Destined Rivals expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by akagi, 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 Arvens mabosstiff ex 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
- Double Rare cards from Destined Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by akagi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Arvens mabosstiff ex 139 was released in 2025 in the Destined Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by akagi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Destined Rivals is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Arvens mabosstiff ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Arvens mabosstiff ex 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Arvens mabosstiff ex works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.