Xerneas – Crimson Invasion (#73)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Xerneas (#73) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Crimson Invasion released in 2017. It showcases artwork by sui and the Lead attack, Search your deck for a Supporter card, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.78, Cardmarket average sale is €0.74, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.78
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.67
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Crimson Invasion
- Card Number
- 73
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ✨ Fairy
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Resistances
- Darkness -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Lead
[Colorless]
Search your deck for a Supporter card, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Bright Horns
[Fairy, Fairy, Fairy]
— 130
This Pokémon can't use Bright Horns during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Xerneas from Crimson Invasion (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Xerneas 73 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Xerneas's Lead for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Supporter card, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fairy Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Darkness -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Invasion #73 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.78 |
�📦 Crimson Invasion Set Context
This Xerneas is part of the Crimson Invasion expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Xerneas 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
- Rare Holo cards from Crimson Invasion are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sui resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Crimson Invasion
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Xerneas 73 was released in 2017 in the Crimson Invasion expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crimson Invasion represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Xerneas with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Xerneas 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 Fairy energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Xerneas works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.