Hitmontop – Unseen Forces (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hitmontop (#26) is a Rare card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Hisao Nakamura and the Upward Kick attack (20+ damage), If the Defending Pokémon already has at least 2 damage counters on it, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.97, Floor listings start near €0.19.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.96
- Recent low listing: €0.19
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hisao Nakamura
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Stages of Evolution
As long as Hitmontop is an Evolved Pokémon, is your Active Pokémon, and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if Hitmontop is Knocked Out), put 2 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Upward Kick
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 20+
If the Defending Pokémon already has at least 2 damage counters on it, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage. - Spiral Kick [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hitmontop from Unseen Forces (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hisao Nakamura.
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 Hitmontop 26 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Hitmontop's Upward Kick deals 20+ damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon already has at least 2 damage counters on it, this attack does 20 damage pl...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #26 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.09 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Hitmontop is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hisao Nakamura, 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 Hitmontop 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 cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hisao Nakamura 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: Hitmontop 26 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces 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 Hisao Nakamura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Hitmontop 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 Hitmontop 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: Hitmontop works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.