Frigibax – Paldean Fates (#128)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Frigibax (#128) is a Shiny Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldean Fates released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Taira Akitsu and the Collect attack, Draw a card.. Cardmarket average sale is €2.99, Floor listings start near €1.79.
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.05
- Recent low listing: €1.79
Card Details
- Set
- Paldean Fates
- Card Number
- 128
- Rarity
- ✨ Shiny Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Taira Akitsu
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Collect
[Water]
Draw a card. - Beat [Water, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Frigibax from Paldean Fates (Shiny Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Taira Akitsu.
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 Frigibax 128 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Frigibax's Collect for Water energy. Special effect: Draw a card.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Frigibax Cards
Looking for other Frigibax cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldean Fates #128 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Shiny Rare | N/A |
�📦 Paldean Fates Set Context
This Frigibax is part of the Paldean Fates expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Taira Akitsu, 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 Frigibax 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
- Shiny Rare cards from Paldean Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Taira Akitsu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Paldean Fates
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Frigibax 128 was released in 2024 in the Paldean Fates 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 Taira Akitsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paldean Fates is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Frigibax with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Frigibax 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: Frigibax works best in Water type decks. 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.