Ferrothorn – Sword & Shield (#131)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ferrothorn (#131) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Triple Smash attack (30× damage), Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.04, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 131
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Triple Smash
[Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads. -
Energy Slap
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 100
You may move all Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ferrothorn from Sword & Shield (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Ferrothorn 131 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Ferrothorn's Triple Smash deals 30× damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #131 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.04 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Ferrothorn is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Ferrothorn 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
- Uncommon cards from Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ferrothorn 131 was released in 2020 in the Sword & Shield expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Ferrothorn 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 Ferrothorn 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ferrothorn works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.