Alolan-vulpix – Burning Shadows (#27)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Alolan-vulpix (#27) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Burning Shadows released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Saya Tsuruta and the Powder Snow attack, Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.09, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Card Number
- 27
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Saya Tsuruta
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Ninetales
Attacks & Strategy
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Powder Snow
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. - Icy Snow [Water, Water] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Alolan-vulpix from Burning Shadows (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Saya Tsuruta.
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 Alolan-vulpix 27 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Alolan-vulpix's Powder Snow . Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows #27 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.23 |
�📦 Burning Shadows Set Context
This Alolan-vulpix is part of the Burning Shadows expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Saya Tsuruta, 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 Alolan-vulpix 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
- Common cards from Burning Shadows are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Saya Tsuruta 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Alolan-vulpix 27 was released in 2017 in the Burning Shadows 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 Saya Tsuruta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Burning Shadows represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Alolan-vulpix 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 Alolan-vulpix 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: Alolan-vulpix works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.