Tapu bulu – Lost Thunder (#37)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tapu bulu (#37) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Satoshi Shirai and the Heavy Punch attack (20× damage), This attack does 20 damage for each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.75, Cardmarket average sale is €0.98, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.75
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.02
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 37
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Satoshi Shirai
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Heavy Punch
[Grass, Colorless]
— 20×
This attack does 20 damage for each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. -
Wild Tackle
[Grass, Grass, Colorless]
— 120
Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tapu bulu from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Satoshi Shirai.
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 Tapu bulu 37 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Tapu bulu's Heavy Punch deals 20× damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage for each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #37 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.75 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Tapu bulu is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Satoshi Shirai, 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 Tapu bulu 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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Satoshi Shirai resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Lost Thunder
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tapu bulu 37 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 Satoshi Shirai. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Tapu bulu 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 Tapu bulu 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tapu bulu works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.