Fighting-energy – Gym Heroes (#127)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Fighting-energy (#127) is a card from Gym - Gym Heroes released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. Cardmarket average sale is €0.26, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.43
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Gym Heroes
- Card Number
- 127
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Keiji Kinebuchi
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Fighting-energy from Gym Heroes represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Keiji Kinebuchi.
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 Fighting-energy 127 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Heroes #127 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 Gym Heroes Set Context
This Fighting-energy is part of the Gym Heroes expansion , released as part of the Gym series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi, 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 Fighting-energy 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
- The illustration by Keiji Kinebuchi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Fighting-energy 127 was released in 2000 in the Gym Heroes expansion. This set is part of the Gym series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Keiji Kinebuchi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Gym Heroes is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Fighting-energy 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
- Draw support & consistency cards