Accelgor – Plasma Blast (#8)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Accelgor (#8) is a Rare card from Black & White - Plasma Blast released in 2013. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Retribution attack (20 damage), If an Escavalier you had in play was Knocked Out by damage from an opponent's attack during his or her last turn, put all Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon into your opponent's hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.40, Cardmarket average sale is €0.59, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.40
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.66
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Blast
- Card Number
- 8
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
Attacks & Strategy
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Retribution
[Colorless]
— 20
If an Escavalier you had in play was Knocked Out by damage from an opponent's attack during his or her last turn, put all Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon into your opponent's hand. -
Signal Beam
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30
The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Accelgor from Plasma Blast (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, 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 Accelgor 8 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Accelgor's Retribution deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If an Escavalier you had in play was Knocked Out by damage from an opponent's attack during his or h...
Stats Overview: 80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Blast #8 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.40 |
�📦 Plasma Blast Set Context
This Accelgor is part of the Plasma Blast expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
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 Accelgor 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 cards from Plasma Blast 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.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Accelgor 8 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Blast expansion. This set is part of the Black & White 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: Plasma Blast is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Accelgor 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 Accelgor 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: Accelgor works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.