Hawlucha – Fusion Strike (#216)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hawlucha (#216) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Taira Akitsu and the Flying Stomp attack (20 damage), Discard a Special Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 216
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Taira Akitsu
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Flying Stomp
[Colorless]
— 20
Discard a Special Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hawlucha from Fusion Strike (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Taira Akitsu.
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 216 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Hawlucha's Flying Stomp deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard a Special Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Hawlucha Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #216 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.06 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Hawlucha is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Taira Akitsu, 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Taira Akitsu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hawlucha 216 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Taira Akitsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Hawlucha have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Hawlucha works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.