Piloswine – Skyridge (#43)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Piloswine (#43) is an Uncommon card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Impaling Tusk attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $4.26, Cardmarket average sale is €1.52, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.26
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.62
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 43
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Resistances
- Lightning -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Mamoswine
Attacks & Strategy
- Impaling Tusk [Fighting, Colorless, Colorless] — 40
-
Continuous Charge
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip 4 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads. Put a damage counter on Piloswine for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Piloswine from Skyridge (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 Piloswine 43 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Piloswine's Impaling Tusk deals 40 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2 • Resistant to Lightning -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Piloswine Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #43 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $4.26 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Piloswine is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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 Piloswine 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
- Uncommon cards from Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Skyridge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Piloswine 43 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Skyridge is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Piloswine 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 Piloswine 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Piloswine works best in Fighting type decks.