Kyurem – Lost Origin (#197)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kyurem (#197) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Lost Origin released in 2022. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Max Frost attack (120+ damage), You may discard any amount of Water Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 50 more damage for each card you discarded in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.18, Cardmarket average sale is €10.56, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.18
- Cardmarket trend price: €14.14
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Origin
- Card Number
- 197
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
- HP
- 330
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Glaciated World
Once during your turn, you may discard the top card of your deck. If that card is a Water Energy card, attach it to 1 of your Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Max Frost
[Water, Water, Water]
— 120+
You may discard any amount of Water Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 50 more damage for each card you discarded in this way.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kyurem from Lost Origin (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Kyurem 197 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Kyurem's Max Frost deals 120+ damage for Water + Water + Water energy. Special effect: You may discard any amount of Water Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 50 more damage for ea...
Stats Overview: 330 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Origin #197 ← Current | 330 | 1 attack | Rare Rainbow | $7.18 |
�📦 Lost Origin Set Context
This Kyurem is part of the Lost Origin expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., 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 Kyurem card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Rainbow cards from Lost Origin are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Kyurem 197 was released in 2022 in the Lost Origin expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Kyurem is among the premium chase cards from Lost Origin. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Lost Origin represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Kyurem with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Kyurem card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Kyurem works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.