Latias – Plasma Freeze (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Latias (#85) is a Rare Holo Ex card from Black & White - Plasma Freeze released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Barrier Break attack (70 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $25.38, Cardmarket average sale is €5.88, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $25.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.25
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Freeze
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Dragon ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Bright Down
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by your opponent's Pokémon with Abilities.
Attacks & Strategy
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Barrier Break
[Fire, Psychic, Colorless]
— 70
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Latias from Plasma Freeze (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 85 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Latias's Barrier Break deals 70 damage for Fire + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on the Defending P...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Dragon ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Latias Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Freeze #85 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $25.38 |
�📦 Plasma Freeze Set Context
This Latias is part of the Plasma Freeze expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Plasma Freeze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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: Latias 85 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Freeze expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Freeze 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 Latias have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Latias works best in Dragon type decks.