Infernape – Plasma Storm (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Infernape (#17) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Torment attack (30 damage), Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attack. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.96, Cardmarket average sale is €2.17, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.96
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.23
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
Attacks & Strategy
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Torment
[Colorless]
— 30
Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attack. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn. -
Malevolent Fire
[Fire, Colorless]
— 120
Discard all Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Infernape from Plasma Storm (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Infernape 17 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Infernape's Torment deals 30 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attack. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent'...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Storm #17 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $3.96 |
�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context
This Infernape is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Infernape 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 Plasma Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Infernape 17 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Storm 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 Infernape with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Infernape 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: Infernape works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.