Mareep – Lost Thunder (#75)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mareep (#75) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Tackle attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.33, Cardmarket average sale is €0.23, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.19
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 75
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Flaaffy
Abilities
-
Fluffy Pillow
Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, you may leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Asleep.
Attacks & Strategy
- Tackle [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mareep from Lost Thunder (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Mareep 75 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Mareep's Tackle deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 50 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.
� Compare Mareep Cards
Looking for other Mareep cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #75 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $1.33 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Mareep is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Mareep 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
- Common cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada 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: Mareep 75 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Mareep 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 Mareep 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: Mareep works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.