Garbodor – Fusion Strike (#169)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Garbodor (#169) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Misa Tsutsui and the Poison Gas attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 169
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Misa Tsutsui
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Poison Gas
[Darkness]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. -
Sludge Whirlpool
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Garbodor from Fusion Strike (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Misa Tsutsui.
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 Garbodor 169 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Garbodor's Poison Gas deals 30 damage for Darkness energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #169 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.10 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Garbodor is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Misa Tsutsui, 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 Garbodor 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Misa Tsutsui resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Garbodor 169 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Misa Tsutsui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Garbodor with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Garbodor 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Garbodor works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.