Dusclops – Emerald (#94)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dusclops (#94) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Emerald released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Shadow Beam attack, Put 2 damage counters on the Defending Pokémon for each Energy attached to Dusclops ex.. TCGplayer market price sits around $75.73, Cardmarket average sale is €44.65, Floor listings start near €9.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $75.73
- Cardmarket trend price: €32.58
- Recent low listing: €9.00
Card Details
- Set
- Emerald
- Card Number
- 94
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30, Colorless -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dusknoir
Abilities
-
Dark Hole
As long as Dusclops ex is on your Bench, don't apply Darkness Weakness for all of your Pokémon is play.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Shadow Beam
[Psychic]
Put 2 damage counters on the Defending Pokémon for each Energy attached to Dusclops ex.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dusclops from Emerald (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Dusclops 94 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dusclops's Shadow Beam for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 2 damage counters on the Defending Pokémon for each Energy attached to Dusclops ex.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30, Colorless -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald #94 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $75.73 |
�📦 Emerald Set Context
This Dusclops is part of the Emerald expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Dusclops 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 Ex cards from Emerald are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Emerald
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dusclops 94 was released in 2005 in the Emerald expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Emerald is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Dusclops 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 Dusclops 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dusclops works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.