Latios – Fusion Strike (#194)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Latios (#194) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by hatachu and the Luster Purge attack (210 damage), Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.17, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.17
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 194
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 hatachu
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Blue Assist
Once during your turn, you may attach a Psychic Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Latias.
Attacks & Strategy
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Luster Purge
[Water, Water, Psychic, Colorless]
— 210
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (52.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Latios from Fusion Strike (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator hatachu.
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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Latios 194 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Latios's Luster Purge deals 210 damage for Water + Water + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Dragon Type
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Latios Cards
Looking for other Latios cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #194 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.17 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Latios is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
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 Latios 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 cards from Fusion Strike 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: Latios 194 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike 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 hatachu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Latios have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Latios 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: Latios works best in Dragon type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.