Magnezone – Forbidden Light (#36)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magnezone (#36) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Yoshinobu Saito and the Zap Cannon attack (130 damage), This Pokémon can't use Zap Cannon during your next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.72, Cardmarket average sale is €0.56, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.72
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.58
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 36
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yoshinobu Saito
- HP
- 150
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Magnetic Circuit
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a Lightning Energy card from your hand to 1 of your Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Zap Cannon
[Lightning, Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 130
This Pokémon can't use Zap Cannon during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magnezone from Forbidden Light (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yoshinobu Saito.
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 Magnezone 36 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Magnezone's Zap Cannon deals 130 damage for Lightning + Lightning + Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: This Pokémon can't use Zap Cannon during your next turn.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #36 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.72 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Magnezone is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yoshinobu Saito, 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 Magnezone 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 Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yoshinobu Saito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Magnezone 36 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yoshinobu Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Magnezone 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 Magnezone 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Magnezone works best in Lightning type decks.