Chandelure – Lost Thunder (#103)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chandelure (#103) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by so-taro and the Cursed Drop attack, Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.50, Cardmarket average sale is €0.88, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.62
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 103
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 so-taro
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Cursed Drop
[Psychic]
Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like. -
Vortex of Pain
[Psychic, Psychic]
— 20×
This attack does 20 damage for each damage counter on all of your opponent's Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chandelure from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator so-taro.
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 Chandelure 103 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Chandelure's Cursed Drop for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 #103 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $1.50 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Chandelure is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by so-taro, 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 Chandelure 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 Holo cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by so-taro 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: Chandelure 103 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 so-taro. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Chandelure 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 Chandelure 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: Chandelure works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.