Delphox – Forbidden Light (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Delphox (#17) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Fire Spin attack (150 damage), Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.87, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.25
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.87
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Mystical Torch
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Burned.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fire Spin
[Fire, Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Delphox from Forbidden Light (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Delphox 17 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Delphox's Fire Spin deals 150 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #17 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $1.25 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Delphox is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Delphox 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 Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Delphox 17 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Delphox have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Delphox 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Delphox works best in Fire type decks.