Drilbur – Emerging Powers (#55)

Drilbur Pokémon card — Emerging Powers #55, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Emerging Powers expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Drilbur (#55) is a Common card from Black & White - Emerging Powers released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Mud-Slap attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.19
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.06 (CM) $0.19 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Emerging Powers
Card Number
55
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Midori Harada
HP
60
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Resistances
Lightning -20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Excadrill

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mud-Slap [Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 40
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Excadrill for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Drilbur from Emerging Powers (Common) 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 Drilbur 55 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Drilbur's Mud-Slap deals 40 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 60 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
Emerging Powers #55 ← Current 60 1 attack Common $0.19

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�📦 Emerging Powers Set Context

This Drilbur is part of the Emerging Powers expansion , released as part of the Black & White 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Drilbur card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Common cards from Emerging Powers 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: Drilbur 55 was released in 2011 in the Emerging Powers expansion. This set is part of the Black & White 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: Emerging Powers 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 Drilbur 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 Drilbur card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Drilbur works best in Fighting type decks.

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