Jolteon – Delta Species (#109)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Jolteon (#109) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Delta Species released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Second Bite attack (20+ damage), Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $147.50, Cardmarket average sale is €50.94, Floor listings start near €11.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $147.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €34.68
- Recent low listing: €11.00
Card Details
- Set
- Delta Species
- Card Number
- 109
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -30
Abilities
-
Evolutionary Thunder
Once during your turn, when you play Jolteon ex from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon, you may put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Second Bite
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 20+
Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon. -
Thunder Blast
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
Discard a Lightning Energy card attached to Jolteon ex.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Jolteon from Delta Species (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Jolteon 109 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Jolteon's Second Bite deals 20+ damage for Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Species #109 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $147.50 |
�📦 Delta Species Set Context
This Jolteon is part of the Delta Species expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Jolteon 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 Ex cards from Delta Species are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Jolteon 109 was released in 2005 in the Delta Species expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Delta Species is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Jolteon 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 Jolteon 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Jolteon works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.