Primal kyogre ex – Primal Clash (#55)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Primal kyogre ex (#55) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Tidal Storm attack (150 damage), Move 2 Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon-EX. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $58.04, Floor listings start near €9.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $58.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €19.36
- Recent low listing: €9.99
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 55
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 240
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Tidal Storm
[Water, Water, Water, Colorless]
— 150
Move 2 Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon-EX. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Primal kyogre ex from Primal Clash (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Primal kyogre ex 55 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Primal kyogre ex's Tidal Storm deals 150 damage for Water + Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Move 2 Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to each of ...
Stats Overview: 240 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #55 ← Current | 240 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $58.04 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Primal kyogre ex is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
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 Primal kyogre 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 Primal Clash 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.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Primal Clash
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Primal kyogre ex 55 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Primal kyogre ex 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 Primal kyogre 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Primal kyogre ex works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.