Dark-ivysaur – Best of Game (#6)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dark-ivysaur (#6) is a Promo card from Other - Best of Game released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Fury Strikes attack, Your opponent puts 3 markers onto his or her Pokémon (divided as he or she chooses). (More than 1 marker can be put on the same Pokémon.) Then, this attack does 10 damage to each Pokémon for each marker on it. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Remove the markers at the end of the turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $19.79, Cardmarket average sale is €39.99, Floor listings start near €27.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $19.79
- Cardmarket trend price: €21.71
- Recent low listing: €27.00
Card Details
- Set
- Best of Game
- Card Number
- 6
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dark Venusaur
Abilities
-
Vine Pull
Once during your turn when Dark Ivysaur retreats, choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and switch it with his or her Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Fury Strikes
[Grass, Grass]
Your opponent puts 3 markers onto his or her Pokémon (divided as he or she chooses). (More than 1 marker can be put on the same Pokémon.) Then, this attack does 10 damage to each Pokémon for each marker on it. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Remove the markers at the end of the turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dark-ivysaur from Best of Game (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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-ivysaur 6 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dark-ivysaur's Fury Strikes for Grass + Grass energy. Special effect: Your opponent puts 3 markers onto his or her Pokémon (divided as he or she chooses). (More than 1 ma...
Stats Overview: 50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best of Game #6 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Promo | $19.79 |
�📦 Best of Game Set Context
This Dark-ivysaur is part of the Best of Game expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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-ivysaur 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
- Promo cards from Best of Game are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida 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-ivysaur 6 was released in 2002 in the Best of Game expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Best of Game 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-ivysaur 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 Dark-ivysaur 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-ivysaur works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.