Bouffalant ex – White Flare (#170)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bouffalant ex (#170) is a Special Illustration Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - White Flare released in 2025. It showcases artwork by Rianti Hidayat and the Gold Breaker attack (100+ damage), If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon ex, this attack does 100 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $23.38, Cardmarket average sale is €24.83, Floor listings start near €19.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $23.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €18.26
- Recent low listing: €19.00
Card Details
- Set
- White Flare
- Card Number
- 170
- Rarity
- ✨ Special Illustration Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Rianti Hidayat
- HP
- 220
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Bouffer
This Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Gold Breaker
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon ex, this attack does 100 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bouffalant ex from White Flare (Special Illustration Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Rianti Hidayat.
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 Bouffalant ex 170 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Bouffalant ex's Gold Breaker deals 100+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon ex, this attack does 100 more damage.
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Colorless 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Flare #170 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Special Illustration Rare | $23.38 |
�📦 White Flare Set Context
This Bouffalant ex is part of the White Flare expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025. As a Special Illustration Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Rianti Hidayat, 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 Bouffalant ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Special Illustration Rare cards from White Flare are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Rianti Hidayat resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bouffalant ex 170 was released in 2025 in the White Flare 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 Rianti Hidayat. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Special Illustration Rare card, this Bouffalant ex is among the premium chase cards from White Flare. Illustration Rare cards feature stunning full-art illustrations that showcase the Pokémon in unique scenes and perspectives. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: White Flare is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Bouffalant 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 Bouffalant ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bouffalant ex works best in Colorless type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.