Dialga – Forbidden Light (#125)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dialga (#125) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Overclock attack, Draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $34.20, Cardmarket average sale is €21.55, Floor listings start near €5.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $34.20
- Cardmarket trend price: €17.55
- Recent low listing: €5.00
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 125
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Overclock
[Metal]
Draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand. -
Shred
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Timeless-GX
[Metal, Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Take another turn after this one. (Skip the between-turns step.) (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dialga from Forbidden Light (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Dialga 125 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Dialga's Overclock for Metal energy. Special effect: Draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #125 ← Current | 180 | 3 attacks | Rare Ultra | $34.20 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Dialga is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Dialga card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Dialga 125 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Dialga is among the premium chase cards from Forbidden Light. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Dialga 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 Dialga card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Dialga works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.