Poochyena – Holon Phantoms (#80)

Poochyena Pokémon card — Holon Phantoms #80, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Holon Phantoms expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Poochyena (#80) is a Common card from EX - Holon Phantoms released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Paralyzing Gaze attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.39, Cardmarket average sale is €0.28, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.39
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.46
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.46 (CM) $0.39 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Holon Phantoms
Card Number
80
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
HP
40
Type
🌙 Darkness
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Resistances
Psychic -30
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Mightyena

Attacks & Strategy

  • Paralyzing Gaze [Colorless]
    Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
  • Smash Kick [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Mightyena for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Poochyena from Holon Phantoms (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.

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 Poochyena 80 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Poochyena's Paralyzing Gaze for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Stats Overview: 40 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30

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
Holon Phantoms #80 ← Current 40 2 attacks Common $0.39

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�📦 Holon Phantoms Set Context

This Poochyena is part of the Holon Phantoms expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Poochyena card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Common cards from Holon Phantoms are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Poochyena 80 was released in 2006 in the Holon Phantoms expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Holon Phantoms is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Poochyena 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 Poochyena card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Darkness energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Poochyena works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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