Latias and latios gx – Team Up (#169)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Latias and latios gx (#169) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Buster Purge attack (240 damage), Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $77.23, Cardmarket average sale is €45.71, Floor listings start near €12.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $77.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €48.74
- Recent low listing: €12.00
Card Details
- Set
- Team Up
- Card Number
- 169
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 250
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Buster Purge
[Water, Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 240
Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy). -
Aero Unit-GX
[Psychic]
Attach 5 basic Energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon in any way you like. If this Pokémon has at least 1 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to it during your opponent's next turn. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Latias and latios gx from Team Up (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, 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 Latias and latios gx 169 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Latias and latios gx's Buster Purge deals 240 damage for Water + Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 250 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up #169 ← Current | 250 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $77.23 |
�📦 Team Up Set Context
This Latias and latios gx is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
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 Latias and latios gx 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
- Rare Ultra cards from Team Up 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.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Latias and latios gx 169 was released in 2019 in the Team Up 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 →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Latias and latios gx is among the premium chase cards from Team Up. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Team Up represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Latias and latios gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Latias and latios gx 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Latias and latios gx works best in Dragon type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.