Exploud – Fates Collide (#82)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Exploud (#82) is a Rare card from XY - Fates Collide released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Ambush attack (80+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.31, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.36
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Fates Collide
- Card Number
- 82
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ambush
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage. -
Cacophony
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
At the end of your opponent's next turn, discard the Defending Pokémon and all cards attached to it.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Exploud from Fates Collide (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Exploud 82 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Exploud's Ambush deals 80+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fates Collide #82 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.22 |
�📦 Fates Collide Set Context
This Exploud is part of the Fates Collide expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Exploud 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 cards from Fates Collide are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Exploud 82 was released in 2016 in the Fates Collide expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fates Collide is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Exploud 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 Exploud 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Exploud works best in Colorless type decks.