Arrokuda – Fusion Strike (#82)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Arrokuda (#82) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Peck attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 82
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Barraskewda
Attacks & Strategy
- Peck [Water] — 10
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Arrokuda from Fusion Strike (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Arrokuda 82 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Arrokuda's Peck deals 10 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Arrokuda Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #82 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.08 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Arrokuda is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Arrokuda 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka 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: Arrokuda 82 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Miki Tanaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Arrokuda have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Arrokuda 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: Arrokuda works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.