Bagon – Plasma Blast (#62)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Bagon (#62) is a Common card from Black & White - Plasma Blast released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Headbutt attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Blast
- Card Number
- 62
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Dragon ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Shelgon
Attacks & Strategy
- Headbutt [Colorless] — 10
- Dragon Claw [Fire, Water] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bagon from Plasma Blast (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 62 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Bagon's Headbutt deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Dragon ×2
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Plasma Blast #62 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.23 |
�📦 Plasma Blast Set Context
This Bagon is part of the Plasma Blast expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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
- Common cards from Plasma Blast are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bagon 62 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Blast 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Blast is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Bagon 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 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bagon works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.