Gengar – Unbroken Bonds (#70)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gengar (#70) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by so-taro and the Twilight Poison attack (70 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.50, Cardmarket average sale is €9.60, Floor listings start near €2.60.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.52
- Recent low listing: €2.60
Card Details
Abilities
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Shadow Pain
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may put 6 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon-GX and Pokémon-EX in any way you like.
Attacks & Strategy
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Twilight Poison
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gengar from Unbroken Bonds (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator so-taro.
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 Gengar 70 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gengar's Twilight Poison deals 70 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Gengar Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #70 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare | $8.50 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Gengar is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by so-taro, 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 Gengar 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 Unbroken Bonds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by so-taro resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gengar 70 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds 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 so-taro. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Gengar 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 Gengar 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gengar works best in Psychic type decks.