Ho-oh – Neo Revelation (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ho-oh (#18) is a Rare card from Neo - Neo Revelation released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Rainbow Burn attack (30+ damage), This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each type of Basic Energy card, if any, attached to Ho-Oh.. Cardmarket average sale is €13.60, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €16.91
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Revelation
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Aya Kusube
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rainbow Burn
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each type of Basic Energy card, if any, attached to Ho-Oh.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ho-oh from Neo Revelation (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.
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 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ho-oh's Rainbow Burn deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each type of Basic Energy card, if any, attached ...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Water ×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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Revelation #18 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Neo Revelation Set Context
This Ho-oh is part of the Neo Revelation expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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 cards from Neo Revelation are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Aya Kusube 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: Ho-oh 18 was released in 2001 in the Neo Revelation expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Revelation 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 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ho-oh works best in Colorless type decks.