Dark-forretress – Neo Destiny (#35)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dark-forretress (#35) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Armor Up attack, Until the end of your next turn, if Dark Forretress would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, flip a coin. If heads, Dark Forretress is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP become 10 instead.. Cardmarket average sale is €4.00, Floor listings start near €0.35.
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.20
- Recent low listing: €0.35
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 35
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Armor Up
[Colorless]
Until the end of your next turn, if Dark Forretress would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, flip a coin. If heads, Dark Forretress is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP become 10 instead. -
Explosion
[Grass, Grass]
— 60
Dark Forretress does 60 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dark-forretress from Neo Destiny (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Dark-forretress 35 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dark-forretress's Armor Up for Colorless energy. Special effect: Until the end of your next turn, if Dark Forretress would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, f...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #35 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Dark-forretress is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Dark-forretress 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 Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dark-forretress 35 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Dark-forretress with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Dark-forretress 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dark-forretress works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.