Frogadier – Forbidden Light (#23)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Frogadier (#23) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Akira Komayama and the Water Drip attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.47, Cardmarket average sale is €0.29, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.47
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.25
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 23
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Akira Komayama
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Greninja
Abilities
-
Gale Shuriken
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may put 2 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
- Water Drip [Water] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Frogadier from Forbidden Light (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Akira Komayama.
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 Frogadier 23 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Frogadier's Water Drip deals 20 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #23 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.47 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Frogadier is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Akira Komayama, 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 Frogadier 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 Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Akira Komayama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Frogadier 23 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 Akira Komayama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Frogadier have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Frogadier 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Frogadier works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.