Necrozma – Battle Styles (#149)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Necrozma (#149) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Tsuji and the Prismatic Ray attack (20 damage), This attack also does 20 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.96, Cardmarket average sale is €4.52, Floor listings start near €2.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.96
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.28
- Recent low listing: €2.50
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 149
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Tsuji
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Prismatic Ray
[Psychic]
— 20
This attack also does 20 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Special Laser
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 100+
If this Pokémon has any Special Energy attached, this attack does 120 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Necrozma from Battle Styles (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Tsuji.
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 Necrozma 149 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Necrozma's Prismatic Ray deals 20 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: This attack also does 20 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and R...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Styles #149 ← Current | 220 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $3.96 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Necrozma is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Tsuji, 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 Necrozma 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
- Rare Ultra cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Tsuji resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Necrozma 149 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 PLANETA Tsuji. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Necrozma is among the premium chase cards from Battle Styles. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Necrozma with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Necrozma 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Necrozma works best in Psychic type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.