Lugia – Fates Collide (#79)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lugia (#79) is a Rare Break card from XY - Fates Collide released in 2016. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Flash of Destruction attack (150 damage), Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $16.04, Cardmarket average sale is €10.50, Floor listings start near €1.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $16.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €11.21
- Recent low listing: €1.99
Card Details
- Set
- Fates Collide
- Card Number
- 79
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Break
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 150
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
Attacks & Strategy
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Flash of Destruction
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lugia from Fates Collide (Rare Break) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Lugia 79 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Lugia's Flash of Destruction deals 150 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Colorless Type
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Lugia Cards
Looking for other Lugia cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fates Collide #79 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Break | $16.04 |
�📦 Fates Collide Set Context
This Lugia is part of the Fates Collide expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Lugia 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 Break cards from Fates Collide are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lugia 79 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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: Colorless type Pokémon like Lugia 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 Lugia 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Lugia works best in Colorless type decks.