Ho-oh – BREAKpoint (#121)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ho-oh (#121) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - BREAKpoint released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Elemental Feather attack (130 damage), This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $38.10, Cardmarket average sale is €41.00, Floor listings start near €9.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $38.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €47.25
- Recent low listing: €9.00
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKpoint
- Card Number
- 121
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Purifying Fire
Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon has any basic Fire Energy attached to it, you may heal 50 damage from it.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Elemental Feather
[Grass, Water, Lightning]
— 130
This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ho-oh from BREAKpoint (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Ho-oh 121 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Ho-oh's Elemental Feather deals 130 damage for Grass + Water + Lightning energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resist...
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Water ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ho-oh Cards
Looking for other Ho-oh cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKpoint #121 ← Current | 180 | 1 attack | Rare Ultra | $38.10 |
�📦 BREAKpoint Set Context
This Ho-oh is part of the BREAKpoint expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Ho-oh card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from BREAKpoint are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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.
More from BREAKpoint
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ho-oh 121 was released in 2016 in the BREAKpoint expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Ho-oh is among the premium chase cards from BREAKpoint. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: BREAKpoint is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Ho-oh have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Ho-oh card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Ho-oh works best in Colorless type decks.