Cyndaquil – Call of Legends (#55)

Cyndaquil Pokémon card — Call of Legends #55, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Call of Legends expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Cyndaquil (#55) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Fireworks attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy attached to Cyndaquil.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.54, Cardmarket average sale is €0.26, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.54
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.31
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.31 (CM) $0.54 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Call of Legends
Card Number
55
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Ken Sugimori
HP
40
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Quilava

Attacks & Strategy

  • Fireworks [Fire] — 20
    Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy attached to Cyndaquil.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Quilava for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Cyndaquil from Call of Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.

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 Cyndaquil 55 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Cyndaquil's Fireworks deals 20 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy attached to Cyndaquil.

Stats Overview: 40 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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
Call of Legends #55 ← Current 40 1 attack Common $0.54

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�📦 Call of Legends Set Context

This Cyndaquil is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.

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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Cyndaquil card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Call of Legends 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.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Cyndaquil 55 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Cyndaquil have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Cyndaquil card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Cyndaquil works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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