Golurk – Temporal Forces (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Golurk (#88) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Temporal Forces released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Oku and the Iron Defense attack, Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has increased 37.5% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.03
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.08
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has increased 37.5% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Temporal Forces
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Oku
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Iron Defense
[Fighting]
Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks. -
Fighting Fist
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 120+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon ex or Pokémon V, this attack does 120 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Golurk from Temporal Forces (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Oku.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 37.5% 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 Golurk 88 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Golurk's Iron Defense for Fighting energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by ...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Fighting 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporal Forces #88 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.06 |
�📦 Temporal Forces Set Context
This Golurk is part of the Temporal Forces expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Oku, 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 Golurk 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
- Uncommon cards from Temporal Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Oku resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Golurk 88 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 Oku. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Golurk 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 Golurk 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Golurk works best in Fighting 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.