Gengar ex – Temporal Forces (#104)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gengar ex (#104) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Temporal Forces released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Nisota Niso and the Tricky Steps attack (160 damage), You may move an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon to 1 of their Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.47, Cardmarket average sale is €4.20, Floor listings start near €0.80. Market price has increased 6.6% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.47
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.81
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €3.94
- Recent low listing: €0.80
- Market price has increased 6.6% versus the 30-day average.
- PSA 10 average: $144 across 32 sales
Card Details
- Set
- Temporal Forces
- Card Number
- 104
- Rarity
- ✨ Double Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nisota Niso
- HP
- 310
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Gnawing Curse
Whenever your opponent attaches an Energy card from their hand to 1 of their Pokémon, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Tricky Steps
[Darkness, Darkness]
— 160
You may move an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon to 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (80.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gengar ex from Temporal Forces (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nisota Niso.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 6.6% versus the 30-day average.
Grading Potential: Professional grading can significantly increase value - PSA 10 copies command an average of $144 based on 32 verified sales.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gengar ex 104 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Gengar ex's Tricky Steps deals 160 damage for Darkness + Darkness energy. Special effect: You may move an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon to 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 310 HP • Darkness 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporal Forces #104 ← Current | 310 | 1 attack | Double Rare | $2.47 |
�📦 Temporal Forces Set Context
This Gengar ex is part of the Temporal Forces expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nisota Niso, 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 Gengar 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
📈 Grading Performance: PSA 10 copies of this Gengar ex average $144 based on 32 verified sales. That's a 5743% premium over raw card prices!
Collector Notes
- Double Rare cards from Temporal Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- High-grade slabs matter: PSA 10 copies are averaging around $144, making condition upgrades impactful.
- The illustration by Nisota Niso 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.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gengar ex 104 was released in 2024 in the Temporal Forces 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 Nisota Niso. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Temporal Forces 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 Gengar 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 Gengar 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: Gengar 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.