Bagon – EX Trainer Kit Latias (#1)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Bagon (#1) is a card from EX - EX Trainer Kit Latias released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Headbutt attack (10 damage).
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Card Details
- Set
- EX Trainer Kit Latias
- Card Number
- 1
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 40
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Shelgon
Attacks & Strategy
- Headbutt [Colorless] — 10
- Flare [Fire, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bagon from EX Trainer Kit Latias represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Bagon 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Bagon's Headbutt deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Colorless Type
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Bagon Cards
Looking for other Bagon cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
EX Trainer Kit Latias #1 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 EX Trainer Kit Latias Set Context
This Bagon is part of the EX Trainer Kit Latias expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Bagon 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
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bagon 1 was released in 2004 in the EX Trainer Kit Latias expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: EX Trainer Kit Latias is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Bagon 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 Bagon 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bagon works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.