Lunatone – Plasma Storm (#73)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lunatone (#73) is an Uncommon card from Black & White - Plasma Storm released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Kouji Tajima and the Rock Throw attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.74, Cardmarket average sale is €0.49, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.74
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.39
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Card Number
- 73
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouji Tajima
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Premonition
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 2 cards of your deck and put them back on top of your deck in any order.
Attacks & Strategy
- Rock Throw [Fighting, Colorless] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lunatone from Plasma Storm (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouji Tajima.
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 Lunatone 73 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Lunatone's Rock Throw deals 30 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Lunatone Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Storm #73 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.74 |
�📦 Plasma Storm Set Context
This Lunatone is part of the Plasma Storm expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouji Tajima, 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 Lunatone 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
- Uncommon cards from Plasma Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouji Tajima resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lunatone 73 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Storm 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 Kouji Tajima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Storm is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Lunatone 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 Lunatone 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Lunatone works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.