Donphan – Call of Legends (#42)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Donphan (#42) is an Uncommon card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Rock Hurl attack (50 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.41, Cardmarket average sale is €0.40, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.41
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.43
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rock Hurl
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance. -
Double Spin
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 70 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Donphan from Call of Legends (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Donphan 42 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Donphan's Rock Hurl deals 50 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water ×2 • Resistant to Lightning -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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Call of Legends #42 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.41 |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Donphan 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 Midori Harada, 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 Donphan 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 Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Donphan 42 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 Midori Harada. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Donphan 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 Donphan 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Donphan works best in Fighting type decks.