Electrode – Celestial Storm (#172)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Electrode (#172) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Electro Ball attack (50 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $11.27, Cardmarket average sale is €14.49, Floor listings start near €5.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $11.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €14.31
- Recent low listing: €5.00
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 172
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 190
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Extra Energy Bomb
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may attach 5 Energy cards from your discard pile to your Pokémon, except Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX, in any way you like. If you do, this Pokémon is Knocked Out.
Attacks & Strategy
- Electro Ball [Lightning, Colorless] — 50
-
Crush and Burn-GX
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 30+
Discard any amount of Energy from your Pokémon. This attack does 50 more damage for each card you discarded in this way. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Electrode from Celestial Storm (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Electrode 172 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Electrode's Electro Ball deals 50 damage for Lightning + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 190 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #172 ← Current | 190 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $11.27 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Electrode is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Electrode card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Rainbow cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Electrode 172 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Electrode is among the premium chase cards from Celestial Storm. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Electrode 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 Electrode card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Electrode works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.