Honchkrow – Platinum (#77)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Honchkrow (#77) is a Common card from Platinum - Platinum released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Yusuke Ishikawa and the Honcho's Command attack, Search your deck for up to 2 in any combination of Stadium cards or Trainer cards that has Team Galactic's Invention in its name, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.29, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.30
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Platinum
- Card Number
- 77
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yusuke Ishikawa
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Honcho's Command
Search your deck for up to 2 in any combination of Stadium cards or Trainer cards that has Team Galactic's Invention in its name, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Target Attack
[Darkness, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. If that Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Honchkrow from Platinum (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yusuke Ishikawa.
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 Honchkrow 77 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Honchkrow's Honcho's Command . Special effect: Search your deck for up to 2 in any combination of Stadium cards or Trainer cards that has Team Gala...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 Honchkrow Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum #77 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.37 |
�📦 Platinum Set Context
This Honchkrow is part of the Platinum expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yusuke Ishikawa, 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 Honchkrow 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
- Common cards from Platinum are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yusuke Ishikawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Platinum
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Honchkrow 77 was released in 2009 in the Platinum expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yusuke Ishikawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Platinum is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Honchkrow 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 Honchkrow 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Honchkrow works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.