Ho-oh – Call of Legends (#SL5)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ho-oh (#SL5) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki and the Combustion attack (50 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €98.66, Floor listings start near €20.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €74.59
- Recent low listing: €20.00
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- SL5
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hideaki Hakozaki
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Combustion [Fire, Colorless, Colorless] — 50
-
Scorching Wing
[Fire, Fire, Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
Flip a coin. If tails, discard all Fire Energy attached to Ho-Oh.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ho-oh from Call of Legends (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideaki Hakozaki.
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 SL5 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ho-oh's Combustion deals 50 damage for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Fire 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Legends #SL5 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Ho-oh is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki, 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: 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 Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hideaki Hakozaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ho-oh SL5 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hideaki Hakozaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Ho-oh 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 Ho-oh 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ho-oh works best in Fire type decks.