Bronzong – Stormfront (#13)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bronzong (#13) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Stormfront released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the Strange Spin attack (20+ damage), If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.77, Cardmarket average sale is €1.00, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.77
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.04
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Stormfront
- Card Number
- 13
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Umemoto
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +20
- Resistances
- Fire -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Cycler
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may choose a card from your hand and put it on top of your deck. Then, search your deck for up to 2 basic Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Bronzong is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Strange Spin
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20+
If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, this attack does 20 damage plus 40 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. -
Heavy Potential
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
Put a number of damage counters on each of your opponent's Pokémon equal to the number of Colorless Energy in that Pokémon's Retreat Cost (after applying effects to the Retreat Cost).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bronzong from Stormfront (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Umemoto.
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 13 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Bronzong's Strange Spin deals 20+ damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, this attack does 20 damage plus ...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic +20 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormfront #13 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.77 |
�📦 Stormfront Set Context
This Bronzong is part of the Stormfront expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Umemoto, 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 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 Stormfront are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kyoko Umemoto 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bronzong 13 was released in 2008 in the Stormfront 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 Kyoko Umemoto. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Stormfront 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 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 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 works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.