Lucario ex – Furious Fists (#54)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lucario ex (#54) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Furious Fists released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Missile Jab attack (30 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.89, Cardmarket average sale is €8.46, Floor listings start near €1.65.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.89
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.66
- Recent low listing: €1.65
Card Details
- Set
- Furious Fists
- Card Number
- 54
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Lucario-EX
Attacks & Strategy
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Missile Jab
[Fighting]
— 30
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance. -
Corkscrew Smash
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 60
You may draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand. -
Somersault Kick
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting]
— 100
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lucario ex from Furious Fists (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Lucario ex 54 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Lucario ex's Missile Jab deals 30 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furious Fists #54 ← Current | 180 | 3 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $7.89 |
�📦 Furious Fists Set Context
This Lucario ex is part of the Furious Fists expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Lucario ex 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 Ex cards from Furious Fists are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Furious Fists
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lucario ex 54 was released in 2014 in the Furious Fists expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Furious Fists is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Lucario ex 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 Lucario ex 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Lucario ex works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.