Bunnelby – Forbidden Light (#97)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bunnelby (#97) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Akira Komayama and the Collect attack, Draw a card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 97
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Akira Komayama
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Diggersby
Attacks & Strategy
-
Collect
[Colorless]
Draw a card. - Gnaw [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bunnelby from Forbidden Light (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Akira Komayama.
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 Bunnelby 97 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Bunnelby's Collect for Colorless energy. Special effect: Draw a card.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #97 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.10 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Bunnelby is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Akira Komayama, 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 Bunnelby 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
- Common cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Akira Komayama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bunnelby 97 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 Akira Komayama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Bunnelby 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 Bunnelby 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Bunnelby works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.