Hawlucha – Forbidden Light (#70)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hawlucha (#70) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the High Jump Kick attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.20, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.20
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.15
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 70
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- High Jump Kick [Fighting] — 20
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Sky Drop
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80-
This attack does 20 less damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hawlucha from Forbidden Light (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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 Hawlucha 70 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Hawlucha's High Jump Kick deals 20 damage for Fighting energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #70 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.20 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Hawlucha is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
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 Hawlucha 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
- Uncommon cards from Forbidden Light 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.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hawlucha 70 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Hawlucha with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Hawlucha 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: Hawlucha works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.