Aggron – Rising Rivals (#14)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Aggron (#14) is a Rare card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Return Blow attack, If Aggron was damaged by an attack during your opponent's last turn, this attack does the same amount of damage done to Aggron to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.95, Cardmarket average sale is €1.31, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.95
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.93
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 14
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire +30
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Return Blow
[Colorless, Colorless]
If Aggron was damaged by an attack during your opponent's last turn, this attack does the same amount of damage done to Aggron to the Defending Pokémon. -
Metal Fang
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40
You may discard the top card of your deck. If you do, remove 2 damage counters and all Special Conditions from Aggron. - Heavy Impact [Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless] — 70
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Aggron from Rising Rivals (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Aggron 14 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Aggron's Return Blow for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If Aggron was damaged by an attack during your opponent's last turn, this attack does the same amoun...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire +30 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #14 ← Current | 130 | 3 attacks | Rare | $1.95 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Aggron is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Aggron 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Aggron 14 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Aggron with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Aggron 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Aggron works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.