Kingdra – Fates Collide (#73)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kingdra (#73) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Fates Collide released in 2016. It showcases artwork by hatachu and the Big Storm attack (20 damage), Discard any Stadium card in play.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.01, Cardmarket average sale is €2.40, Floor listings start near €0.75.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.01
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.77
- Recent low listing: €0.75
Card Details
- Set
- Fates Collide
- Card Number
- 73
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 hatachu
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Big Storm
[Colorless]
— 20
Discard any Stadium card in play. -
Dragon Trail
[Water, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 30 more damage for each basic Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kingdra from Fates Collide (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator hatachu.
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 Kingdra 73 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Kingdra's Big Storm deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard any Stadium card in play.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fates Collide #73 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $2.01 |
�📦 Fates Collide Set Context
This Kingdra is part of the Fates Collide expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by hatachu, 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 Kingdra 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 Fates Collide are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by hatachu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Kingdra 73 was released in 2016 in the Fates Collide 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 hatachu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fates Collide is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Kingdra 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 Kingdra 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Kingdra works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.