Latias – Dragon Frontiers (#95)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Latias (#95) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Dragon Frontiers released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Power Crush attack (90 damage), If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Latias ex.. TCGplayer market price sits around $113.14, Cardmarket average sale is €52.75, Floor listings start near €19.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $113.14
- Cardmarket trend price: €58.85
- Recent low listing: €19.00
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Frontiers
- Card Number
- 95
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Fellow Boost
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a basic Energy card from your hand to your Latias, Latias ex, Latios, or Latios ex. If you do, your turn ends. This power can't be used if Latias ex is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Power Crush
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 90
If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Latias ex.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Latias from Dragon Frontiers (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
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 Latias 95 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Latias's Power Crush deals 90 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Latias ex.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Frontiers #95 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $113.14 |
�📦 Dragon Frontiers Set Context
This Latias is part of the Dragon Frontiers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, 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 Latias 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 Dragon Frontiers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow 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: Latias 95 was released in 2006 in the Dragon Frontiers 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 Shizurow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon Frontiers 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 Latias have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Latias 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: Latias works best in Fire type decks.