Forretress – Skyridge (#56)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Forretress (#56) is a Common card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Shell Rupture attack, This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $4.80, Cardmarket average sale is €1.04, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.50
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 56
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Exoskeleton
All damage done by attacks to Forretress is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Shell Rupture
[Grass, Colorless]
This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Double Spin
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Forretress from Skyridge (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Forretress 56 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Forretress's Shell Rupture for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Res...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #56 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $4.80 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Forretress is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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
- Common cards from Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Skyridge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Forretress 56 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Skyridge is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Forretress with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Forretress works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.