Growlithe – Legend Maker (#55)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Growlithe (#55) is a Common card from EX - Legend Maker released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Kanako Eo and the Body Slam attack (10 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.57, Cardmarket average sale is €0.44, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.52
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Legend Maker
- Card Number
- 55
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kanako Eo
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Arcanine
Attacks & Strategy
-
Body Slam
[Colorless]
— 10
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. -
Firebreathing
[Fire, Colorless]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Growlithe from Legend Maker (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kanako Eo.
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 55 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Growlithe's Body Slam deals 10 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend Maker #55 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $1.57 |
�📦 Legend Maker Set Context
This Growlithe is part of the Legend Maker expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kanako Eo, 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 Legend Maker are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kanako Eo 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 55 was released in 2006 in the Legend Maker 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 Kanako Eo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legend Maker 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.