Mandibuzz – White Flare (#145)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mandibuzz (#145) is an Illustration Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - White Flare released in 2025. It showcases artwork by Bun Toujo and the Cutting Wind attack (90 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $5.66, Cardmarket average sale is €7.93, Floor listings start near €6.43.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.66
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.67
- Recent low listing: €6.43
Card Details
- Set
- White Flare
- Card Number
- 145
- Rarity
- ✨ Illustration Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Bun Toujo
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Look for Prey
Once during your turn, you may use this Ability. Your opponent reveals their hand, and you put a Basic Pokémon with 70 HP or less that you find there onto your opponent's Bench.
Attacks & Strategy
- Cutting Wind [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 90
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mandibuzz from White Flare (Illustration Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Bun Toujo.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mandibuzz 145 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mandibuzz's Cutting Wind deals 90 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 110 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.
� Compare Mandibuzz Cards
Looking for other Mandibuzz cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Flare #145 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Illustration Rare | $5.66 |
�📦 White Flare Set Context
This Mandibuzz is part of the White Flare expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025. As a Illustration Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Bun Toujo, 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: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Illustration Rare cards from White Flare are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Bun Toujo 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 145 was released in 2025 in the White Flare expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Bun Toujo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Illustration Rare card, this Mandibuzz is among the premium chase cards from White Flare. Illustration Rare cards feature stunning full-art illustrations that showcase the Pokémon in unique scenes and perspectives. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: White Flare is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Mandibuzz 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 Mandibuzz card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.