Turtonator gx – Guardians Rising (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Turtonator gx (#18) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Shell Trap attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), put 8 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.80, Cardmarket average sale is €2.00, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.96
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 190
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Shell Trap
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), put 8 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon. -
Bright Flame
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 160
Discard 2 Fire Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy). -
Nitro Tank-GX
[Fire]
Attach 5 Fire Energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon in any way you like. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Turtonator gx from Guardians Rising (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Turtonator gx 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Turtonator gx's Shell Trap deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if this Pokémon is K...
Stats Overview: 190 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #18 ← Current | 190 | 3 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $1.80 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Turtonator gx is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Turtonator gx 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 Gx cards from Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Turtonator gx 18 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Turtonator gx 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 Turtonator gx 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Turtonator gx works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.