Mightyena – Team Up (#87)

Mightyena Pokémon card — Team Up #87, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Team Up expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Mightyena (#87) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Bite attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.32, Cardmarket average sale is €0.39, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.32
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.42
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.42 (CM) $0.32 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Team Up
Card Number
87
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 kirisAki
HP
100
Type
🌙 Darkness
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Resistances
Psychic -20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Bite [Darkness] — 30
  • Dark Fang [Colorless, Colorless] — 50
    Discard a random card from your opponent's hand.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Mightyena from Team Up (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.

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 Mightyena 87 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Mightyena's Bite deals 30 damage for Darkness energy.

Stats Overview: 100 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -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
Team Up #87 ← Current 100 2 attacks Rare $0.32

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�📦 Team Up Set Context

This Mightyena is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mightyena card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Team Up are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by kirisAki 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: Mightyena 87 was released in 2019 in the Team Up 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 kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Team Up represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Mightyena with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Mightyena card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Darkness energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Mightyena works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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