Beautifly – Lost Thunder (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Beautifly (#26) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 0313 and the Skill Dive attack, This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.49, Cardmarket average sale is €0.53, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.49
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.58
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Skill Dive
[Colorless]
This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Butterfly Edge
[Grass]
— 30
If your opponent's Pokémon is Knocked Out by damage from this attack, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Beautifly from Lost Thunder (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 0313.
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 Beautifly 26 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Beautifly's Skill Dive for Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #26 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.49 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Beautifly is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 0313, 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 Beautifly 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 cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 0313 resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Beautifly 26 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 0313. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Beautifly 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 Beautifly 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Beautifly works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.