Bronzong-e4 – Rising Rivals (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bronzong-e4 (#16) is a Rare card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Hand Refresh attack, Each player shuffles his or her hand into his or her deck and draws up to 4 cards. (You draw your cards first.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.99, Cardmarket average sale is €0.78, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.84
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Resistances
- Fire -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Hand Refresh
Each player shuffles his or her hand into his or her deck and draws up to 4 cards. (You draw your cards first.)
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Payback
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 10+
If your opponent has only 1 Prize card left, this attack does 10 damage plus 50 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bronzong-e4 from Rising Rivals (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Bronzong-e4 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Bronzong-e4's Hand Refresh . Special effect: Each player shuffles his or her hand into his or her deck and draws up to 4 cards. (You draw your ca...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2 • Resistant to Fire -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #16 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.99 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Bronzong-e4 is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Bronzong-e4 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bronzong-e4 16 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Bronzong-e4 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 Bronzong-e4 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bronzong-e4 works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.