Espeon – HS—Undaunted (#81)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Espeon (#81) is a Rare Prime card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Undaunted released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki and the Solar Ray attack (30 damage), Remove 1 damage counter from each of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $84.55, Cardmarket average sale is €39.61, Floor listings start near €7.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $84.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €32.91
- Recent low listing: €7.49
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Undaunted
- Card Number
- 81
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Prime
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hideaki Hakozaki
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Evolution Memories
Espeon can use the attacks of all Pokémon you have in play that evolve from Eevee as its own. (You still need the necessary Energy to use each attack.)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Solar Ray
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 30
Remove 1 damage counter from each of your Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Espeon from HS—Undaunted (Rare Prime) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideaki Hakozaki.
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 Espeon 81 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Espeon's Solar Ray deals 30 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Remove 1 damage counter from each of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Undaunted #81 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Prime | $84.55 |
�📦 HS—Undaunted Set Context
This Espeon is part of the HS—Undaunted expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki, 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 Espeon 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 Prime cards from HS—Undaunted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hideaki Hakozaki 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Espeon 81 was released in 2010 in the HS—Undaunted expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hideaki Hakozaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS—Undaunted 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 Espeon 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 Espeon 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: Espeon works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.