Bellibolt ex – Paldea Evolved (#79)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bellibolt ex (#79) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldea Evolved released in 2023. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Yamashita and the Jumping Press attack, This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.76, Cardmarket average sale is €0.61, Floor listings start near €0.10. Market price has declined 2.7% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.76
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.71
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.63
- Recent low listing: €0.10
- Market price has declined 2.7% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Paldea Evolved
- Card Number
- 79
- Rarity
- ✨ Double Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Yamashita
- HP
- 280
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Jumping Press
[Colorless, Colorless]
This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Paralyzing Ball
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 160
You may discard 2 Lightning Energy from this Pokémon to make your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bellibolt ex from Paldea Evolved (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Yamashita.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 2.7% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Bellibolt ex 79 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Bellibolt ex's Jumping Press for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 280 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldea Evolved #79 ← Current | 280 | 2 attacks | Double Rare | $0.76 |
�📦 Paldea Evolved Set Context
This Bellibolt ex is part of the Paldea Evolved expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Yamashita, 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 Bellibolt 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 Paldea Evolved are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Yamashita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bellibolt ex 79 was released in 2023 in the Paldea Evolved 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 PLANETA Yamashita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paldea Evolved is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Bellibolt 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 Bellibolt 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bellibolt ex works best in Lightning 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.