Articuno – Plasma Storm (#132)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Articuno (#132) is a Rare Ultra card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Toyste Beach and the Blizzard attack (60 damage), Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $93.35, Cardmarket average sale is €49.23, Floor listings start near €8.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $93.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €74.65
- Recent low listing: €8.00
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Card Number
- 132
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Toyste Beach
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Blizzard
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Frost Prison
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
If this Pokémon has any Plasma Energy attached to it, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Articuno from Plasma Storm (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toyste Beach.
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 Articuno 132 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Articuno's Blizzard deals 60 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for ...
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Articuno Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Storm #132 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $93.35 |
�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context
This Articuno is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toyste Beach, 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 Articuno card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Plasma Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Toyste Beach 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: Articuno 132 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm 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 Toyste Beach. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Articuno is among the premium chase cards from Plasma Storm. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Plasma Storm 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 Articuno 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 Articuno card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Articuno works best in Water type decks.