Giratina – Lost Thunder (#97)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Giratina (#97) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Hasuno and the Shadow Impact attack (130 damage), Put 4 damage counters on 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.78, Cardmarket average sale is €6.06, Floor listings start near €3.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.78
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.10
- Recent low listing: €3.49
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 97
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hasuno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Distortion Door
Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is in your discard pile, you may put it onto your Bench. If you do, put 1 damage counter on 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Shadow Impact
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 130
Put 4 damage counters on 1 of your Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Giratina from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hasuno.
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 Giratina 97 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Giratina's Shadow Impact deals 130 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Put 4 damage counters on 1 of your Pokémon.
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #97 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $7.78 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Giratina is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hasuno, 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 Giratina 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 Holo cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hasuno 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: Giratina 97 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 Hasuno. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Giratina 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 Giratina 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: Giratina works best in Psychic type decks.