Electabuzz – Diamond & Pearl (#81)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Electabuzz (#81) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Diamond & Pearl released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Thunderpunch attack (30+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, Electabuzz does 10 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.45, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.45
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.15
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Card Number
- 81
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +10
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Electivire
Attacks & Strategy
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Thunderpunch
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, Electabuzz does 10 damage to itself. -
Shock Wave
[Lightning, Lightning]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If Electabuzz is evolved from Elekid, this attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Electabuzz from Diamond & Pearl (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Electabuzz 81 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Electabuzz's Thunderpunch deals 30+ damage for Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage. If tails, Electabuzz does 10 ...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting +10 • Resistant to Metal -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Electabuzz Cards
Looking for other Electabuzz cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond & Pearl #81 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.45 |
�📦 Diamond & Pearl Set Context
This Electabuzz is part of the Diamond & Pearl expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Electabuzz 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
- Common cards from Diamond & Pearl are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Electabuzz 81 was released in 2007 in the Diamond & Pearl expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Diamond & Pearl is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Electabuzz 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 Electabuzz 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Electabuzz works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.