Pidgeot – Call of Legends (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pidgeot (#30) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Headwind attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, the attack cost of each of the Defending Pokémon's attacks is ColorlessColorless more.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.50, Cardmarket average sale is €3.42, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.67
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
Attacks & Strategy
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Headwind
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, the attack cost of each of the Defending Pokémon's attacks is ColorlessColorless more. -
Quick Attack
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pidgeot from Call of Legends (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Pidgeot 30 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Pidgeot's Headwind deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, the attack cost of each of the Defending Pokémon's attacks is Colo...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Legends #30 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $3.50 |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Pidgeot is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Pidgeot 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
- Rare cards from Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pidgeot 30 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends 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 Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Pidgeot 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 Pidgeot 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pidgeot works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.