Hisuian-typhlosion – Astral Radiance (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hisuian-typhlosion (#52) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Shadow Bind attack (90 damage), During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.34, Cardmarket average sale is €2.16, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.34
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.17
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Supernatural Orb
You must discard a Psychic Energy card from your hand in order to use this Ability. Once during your turn, you may make your opponent's Active Pokémon Burned and Confused.
Attacks & Strategy
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Shadow Bind
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 90
During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hisuian-typhlosion from Astral Radiance (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Hisuian-typhlosion 52 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Hisuian-typhlosion's Shadow Bind deals 90 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance #52 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.34 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Hisuian-typhlosion is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Hisuian-typhlosion 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 cards from Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hisuian-typhlosion 52 was released in 2022 in the Astral Radiance 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Hisuian-typhlosion 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 Hisuian-typhlosion 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Hisuian-typhlosion works best in Psychic 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.