Porygon – FireRed & LeafGreen (#47)

Porygon Pokémon card — FireRed & LeafGreen #47, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: FireRed & LeafGreen expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Porygon (#47) is an Uncommon card from EX - FireRed & LeafGreen released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Tomoaki Imakuni and the Data Retrieval attack, If you have less than 4 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 4 cards in your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.13, Cardmarket average sale is €1.22, Floor listings start near €0.17.

  • TCGplayer market price: $3.13
  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.48
  • Recent low listing: €0.17
Current Prices: €1.48 (CM) $3.13 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
FireRed & LeafGreen
Card Number
47
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Tomoaki Imakuni
HP
50
Type
⭐ Colorless
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Porygon2

Attacks & Strategy

  • Data Retrieval [Colorless]
    If you have less than 4 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 4 cards in your hand.
  • Confuse Ray [Colorless, Colorless] — 10
    The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Porygon2 for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Porygon from FireRed & LeafGreen (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tomoaki Imakuni.

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 Porygon 47 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Porygon's Data Retrieval for Colorless energy. Special effect: If you have less than 4 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 4 cards in your hand.

Stats Overview: 50 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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
FireRed & LeafGreen #47 ← Current 50 2 attacks Uncommon $3.13

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�📦 FireRed & LeafGreen Set Context

This Porygon is part of the FireRed & LeafGreen expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tomoaki Imakuni, 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 Porygon 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

  • Uncommon cards from FireRed & LeafGreen are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Tomoaki Imakuni 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: Porygon 47 was released in 2004 in the FireRed & LeafGreen 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 Tomoaki Imakuni. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: FireRed & LeafGreen 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 Porygon 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 Porygon 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 Colorless energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

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

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