Cobalion – Plasma Storm (#93)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Cobalion (#93) is a Rare Holo Ex card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Righteous Edge attack (30 damage), Discard a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.58, Cardmarket average sale is €6.18, Floor listings start near €1.96.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.93
- Recent low listing: €1.96
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Card Number
- 93
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Righteous Edge
[Metal]
— 30
Discard a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. -
Steel Bullet
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 100
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cobalion from Plasma Storm (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
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 Cobalion 93 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Cobalion's Righteous Edge deals 30 damage for Metal energy. Special effect: Discard a Special Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Storm #93 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $6.58 |
�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context
This Cobalion is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Cobalion 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 Ex cards from Plasma Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Cobalion 93 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Storm is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Cobalion 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 Cobalion 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Cobalion works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.