Jolteon – Generations (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Jolteon (#28) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Generations released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Swift attack (30 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $17.92, Cardmarket average sale is €15.56, Floor listings start near €4.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $17.92
- Cardmarket trend price: €14.79
- Recent low listing: €4.90
Card Details
- Set
- Generations
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
Attacks & Strategy
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Swift
[Lightning]
— 30
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Flash Ray
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Jolteon from Generations (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
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 28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Jolteon's Swift deals 30 damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generations #28 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $17.92 |
�📦 Generations Set Context
This Jolteon is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Generations are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito 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.
More from Generations
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Jolteon 28 was released in 2016 in the Generations expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Generations 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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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.