Mandibuzz – Fusion Strike (#173)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mandibuzz (#173) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Narumi Sato and the Bone Block attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, Pokémon can't be played from your opponent's hand to evolve the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 173
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Narumi Sato
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Bone Block
[Darkness]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, Pokémon can't be played from your opponent's hand to evolve the Defending Pokémon. -
Dark Cutter
[Darkness, Colorless]
— 70
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (35.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mandibuzz from Fusion Strike (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Narumi Sato.
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 Mandibuzz 173 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mandibuzz's Bone Block deals 20 damage for Darkness energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, Pokémon can't be played from your opponent's hand to evolve the De...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #173 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.11 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Mandibuzz is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Narumi Sato, 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 Mandibuzz 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Narumi Sato resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mandibuzz 173 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 Narumi Sato. 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: Darkness type Pokémon like Mandibuzz with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mandibuzz 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mandibuzz works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.