Hydreigon – Paldea Evolved (#140)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hydreigon (#140) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldea Evolved released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Teeziro and the Dark Cutter attack (160 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.13, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.07
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Paldea Evolved
- Card Number
- 140
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Teeziro
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Tri Howl
Once during your turn, you may look at the top 3 cards of your deck and attach any number of Energy cards you find there to your Pokémon in any way you like. Discard the other cards.
Attacks & Strategy
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Dark Cutter
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 160
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hydreigon from Paldea Evolved (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Teeziro.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Hydreigon 140 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Hydreigon's Dark Cutter deals 160 damage for Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldea Evolved #140 ← Current | 180 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.13 |
�📦 Paldea Evolved Set Context
This Hydreigon is part of the Paldea Evolved expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Teeziro, 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 Hydreigon 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 Paldea Evolved are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Teeziro 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hydreigon 140 was released in 2023 in the Paldea Evolved expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Teeziro. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paldea Evolved is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Hydreigon have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Hydreigon 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: Hydreigon works best in Darkness type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.