Growlithe – HeartGold & SoulSilver (#65)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Growlithe (#65) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HeartGold & SoulSilver released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Bite attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.91, Cardmarket average sale is €0.27, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.91
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.29
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
- Card Number
- 65
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Arcanine
Attacks & Strategy
- Bite [Colorless] — 10
- Combustion [Fire, Colorless, Colorless] — 40
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Growlithe from HeartGold & SoulSilver (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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 Growlithe 65 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Growlithe's Bite deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Growlithe Cards
Looking for other Growlithe cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HeartGold & SoulSilver #65 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.91 |
�📦 HeartGold & SoulSilver Set Context
This Growlithe is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Growlithe 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
- Common cards from HeartGold & SoulSilver are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Growlithe 65 was released in 2010 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HeartGold & SoulSilver is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Growlithe 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 Growlithe 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Growlithe works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.