Groudon – Delta Species (#111)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Groudon (#111) is a Rare Holo Star card from EX - Delta Species released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Critical Collection attack (10 damage), Count the number of Prize cards your opponent has taken. Search your discard pile for up to that many Fighting Energy cards and attach them to Groudon Star.. TCGplayer market price sits around $441.69, Cardmarket average sale is €819.50, Floor listings start near €150.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $441.69
- Cardmarket trend price: €1134.58
- Recent low listing: €150.00
Card Details
- Set
- Delta Species
- Card Number
- 111
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Star
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Critical Collection
[Fighting]
— 10
Count the number of Prize cards your opponent has taken. Search your discard pile for up to that many Fighting Energy cards and attach them to Groudon Star. -
Ground Slash
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
Discard a Fighting Energy card attached to Groudon Star.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Groudon from Delta Species (Rare Holo Star) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Groudon 111 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Groudon's Critical Collection deals 10 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: Count the number of Prize cards your opponent has taken. Search your discard pile for up to that man...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Species #111 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Star | $441.69 |
�📦 Delta Species Set Context
This Groudon is part of the Delta Species expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Groudon 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 Star cards from Delta Species are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Groudon 111 was released in 2005 in the Delta Species expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Delta Species is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Groudon 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 Groudon 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Groudon works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.