Palkia-dialga-legend – HS—Triumphant (#102)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Palkia-dialga-legend (#102) is a Legend card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba and the Sudden Delete attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Put that Pokémon and all cards attached to it back to your opponent's hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $66.73, Cardmarket average sale is €33.19, Floor listings start near €8.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $66.73
- Cardmarket trend price: €34.76
- Recent low listing: €8.50
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Triumphant
- Card Number
- 102
- Rarity
- ✨ Legend
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba
- HP
- 160
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2, Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Sudden Delete
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Put that Pokémon and all cards attached to it back to your opponent's hand. -
Time Control
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
Discard all Metal Energy attached to Palkia & Dialga LEGEND. Add the top 2 cards of your opponent's deck to his or her Prize cards.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Palkia-dialga-legend from HS—Triumphant (Legend) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Palkia-dialga-legend 102 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Palkia-dialga-legend's Sudden Delete for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Put that Pokémon and all cards attached to it back to y...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Water/Metal Type • Weak to Lightning ×2, Fire ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Triumphant #102 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Legend | $66.73 |
�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context
This Palkia-dialga-legend is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba, 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 Palkia-dialga-legend 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
- Legend cards from HS—Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water, Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Palkia-dialga-legend 102 was released in 2010 in the HS—Triumphant expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shinji Higuchi + Sachiko Eba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS—Triumphant is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Palkia-dialga-legend with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Palkia-dialga-legend 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Palkia-dialga-legend works best in Water type decks.