Palkia – Forbidden Light (#132)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Palkia (#132) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Spatial Control attack, Move any number of Energy from your Benched Pokémon to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $36.74, Cardmarket average sale is €33.70, Floor listings start near €16.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $36.74
- Cardmarket trend price: €35.70
- Recent low listing: €16.00
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 132
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Spatial Control
[Water]
Move any number of Energy from your Benched Pokémon to this Pokémon. -
Hydro Pressure
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 20 more damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this Pokémon. -
Zero Vanish-GX
[Water, Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Shuffle all Energy from each of your opponent's Pokémon into their deck. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Palkia from Forbidden Light (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Palkia 132 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Palkia's Spatial Control for Water energy. Special effect: Move any number of Energy from your Benched Pokémon to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #132 ← Current | 180 | 3 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $36.74 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Palkia is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 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 Rainbow cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Palkia 132 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 5ban Graphics. 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 Rainbow card, this Palkia is among the premium chase cards from Forbidden Light. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Palkia 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 Palkia 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Palkia works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.