Boost-energy – Unseen Forces (#98)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Boost-energy (#98) is an Uncommon card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.83, Cardmarket average sale is €1.24, Floor listings start near €0.07.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.83
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.38
- Recent low listing: €0.07
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 98
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshikawa
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Boost-energy from Unseen Forces (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshikawa.
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 Boost-energy 98 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #98 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | $0.83 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Boost-energy is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa, 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 Boost-energy 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
- Uncommon cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Boost-energy 98 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces 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 Shin-ichi Yoshikawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Boost-energy 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
- Draw support & consistency cards