Espeon – Sun & Moon (#152)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Espeon (#152) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Sun & Moon released in 2017. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Psybeam attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $40.04, Cardmarket average sale is €25.74, Floor listings start near €6.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $40.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €28.40
- Recent low listing: €6.00
Card Details
- Set
- Sun & Moon
- Card Number
- 152
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 200
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Psybeam
[Psychic]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused. -
Psychic
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 30 more damage times the number of Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Divide-GX
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
Put 10 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Espeon from Sun & Moon (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, 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 Espeon 152 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Espeon's Psybeam deals 30 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun & Moon #152 ← Current | 200 | 3 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $40.04 |
�📦 Sun & Moon Set Context
This Espeon is part of the Sun & Moon expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017. 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 Espeon 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 Sun & Moon 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.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Espeon 152 was released in 2017 in the Sun & Moon 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 Espeon is among the premium chase cards from Sun & Moon. 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: Sun & Moon represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Espeon with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.