Aurorus – Forbidden Light (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Aurorus (#28) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Frost Wall attack (50 damage), During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.53, Cardmarket average sale is €19.10, Floor listings start near €8.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.53
- Cardmarket trend price: €19.66
- Recent low listing: €8.00
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Frost Wall
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution Pokémon. -
Blizzard Burn
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
This Pokémon can't attack during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Aurorus from Forbidden Light (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Aurorus 28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Aurorus's Frost Wall deals 50 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution ...
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #28 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $7.53 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Aurorus is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Aurorus 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 Holo cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki 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: Aurorus 28 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Aurorus 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 Aurorus 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: Aurorus works best in Water type decks.