Flygon – Cosmic Eclipse (#256)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Flygon (#256) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Tsuji and the Desert Hurricane attack (120+ damage), If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 120 more damage. Then, discard that Stadium card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $20.28, Cardmarket average sale is €12.35, Floor listings start near €5.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $20.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.46
- Recent low listing: €5.99
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 256
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Tsuji
- HP
- 240
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Dusty Defense
As long as this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, all of your Pokémon take 30 less damage from your opponent's attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Desert Hurricane
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting]
— 120+
If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 120 more damage. Then, discard that Stadium card.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Sonic Edge-GX
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting]
— 220
This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (73.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Flygon from Cosmic Eclipse (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Tsuji.
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 Flygon 256 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Flygon's Desert Hurricane deals 120+ damage for Fighting + Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 120 more damage. Then, discard that Stadium c...
Stats Overview: 240 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #256 ← Current | 240 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $20.28 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Flygon is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Tsuji, 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 Flygon 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 Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Tsuji resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Flygon 256 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse 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 PLANETA Tsuji. 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 Flygon is among the premium chase cards from Cosmic Eclipse. 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: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Flygon 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 Flygon 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Flygon works best in Fighting type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.