Electrike – Dragons Exalted (#41)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Electrike (#41) is a Common card from Black & White - Dragons Exalted released in 2012. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Tackle attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.21, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Dragons Exalted
- Card Number
- 41
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Manectric
Attacks & Strategy
- Tackle [Lightning] — 10
-
Quick Attack
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Electrike from Dragons Exalted (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Electrike 41 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Electrike's Tackle deals 10 damage for Lightning energy.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Electrike Cards
Looking for other Electrike cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragons Exalted #41 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.21 |
�📦 Dragons Exalted Set Context
This Electrike is part of the Dragons Exalted expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Electrike 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 Dragons Exalted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Electrike 41 was released in 2012 in the Dragons Exalted 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragons Exalted 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 Electrike 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 Electrike 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: Electrike works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.