Bellsprout – Legends Awakened (#85)

Bellsprout Pokémon card — Legends Awakened #85, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Legends Awakened expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Bellsprout (#85) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Vine Bind attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't use any Poké-Powers during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.59, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.04.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.59
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.13
  • Recent low listing: €0.04
Current Prices: €0.13 (CM) $0.59 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Legends Awakened
Card Number
85
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Atsuko Nishida
HP
50
Type
🌿 Grass
Weaknesses
Fire +10
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Weepinbell

Attacks & Strategy

  • Vine Bind [Colorless]
    Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't use any Poké-Powers during your opponent's next turn.
  • Careless Tackle [Grass] — 20
    Bellsprout does 10 damage to itself.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Weepinbell for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Bellsprout from Legends Awakened (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.

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 Bellsprout 85 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Bellsprout's Vine Bind for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't use any Poké-Powers during your opponent's next t...

Stats Overview: 50 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire +10

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context

This Bellsprout is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Bellsprout card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Atsuko Nishida 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: Bellsprout 85 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Bellsprout 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 Bellsprout card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Grass energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Bellsprout works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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