Carbink – Lost Thunder (#143)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Carbink (#143) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Wonder Ray attack (30 damage), During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by any Pokémon that has an Ability.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.13
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 143
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✨ Fairy
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Resistances
- Darkness -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Wonder Ray
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by any Pokémon that has an Ability. - Power Gem [Fairy, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Carbink from Lost Thunder (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Carbink 143 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Carbink's Wonder Ray deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pok...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fairy Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Darkness -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #143 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.22 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Carbink is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Carbink 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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Carbink 143 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Carbink 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 Carbink 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 Fairy energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Carbink works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.