Forretress – Lost Thunder (#124)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Forretress (#124) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by tetsuya koizumi and the Thorny Eruption attack, Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.54, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.53
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 124
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 tetsuya koizumi
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Thorny Eruption
[Metal]
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Lost Blast
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 190
Put this Pokémon and all cards attached to it in the Lost Zone.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (63.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Forretress from Lost Thunder (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator tetsuya koizumi.
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 Forretress 124 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Forretress's Thorny Eruption for Metal energy. Special effect: Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't a...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #124 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.37 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Forretress is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by tetsuya koizumi, 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 Forretress 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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by tetsuya koizumi 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: Forretress 124 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 tetsuya koizumi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Forretress 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 Forretress 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: Forretress works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.