Pidgeot – POP Series 2 (#2)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pidgeot (#2) is a Rare card from POP - POP Series 2 released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Sharp Beak attack (20+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.10, Cardmarket average sale is €10.81, Floor listings start near €5.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €15.10
- Recent low listing: €5.00
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 2
- Card Number
- 2
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
Abilities
-
Beating Wings
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Pidgeot is your Active Pokémon, you may shuffle 1 of your Benched Pokémon and all cards attached to it into your deck. This power can't be used if Pidgeot is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Sharp Beak
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pidgeot from POP Series 2 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 2 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Pidgeot's Sharp Beak deals 20+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Pidgeot Cards
Looking for other Pidgeot cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 2 #2 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare | $6.20 |
�📦 POP Series 2 Set Context
This Pidgeot is part of the POP Series 2 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 POP Series 2 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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 2 was released in 2005 in the POP Series 2 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 2 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 have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. 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.