Porygon – HS—Triumphant (#73)

Porygon Pokémon card — HS—Triumphant #73, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: HS—Triumphant expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Porygon (#73) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Sharpen attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.36, Cardmarket average sale is €0.25, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.36
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.23 (CM) $0.36 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
HS—Triumphant
Card Number
73
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Kouki Saitou
HP
50
Type
⭐ Colorless
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Porygon2

Attacks & Strategy

  • Sharpen [Colorless] — 10
  • Recover [Colorless, Colorless]
    Discard an Energy attached to Porygon and remove 4 damage counters from Porygon.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Porygon2 for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Porygon from HS—Triumphant (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.

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 73 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Porygon's Sharpen deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.

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
HS—Triumphant #73 ← Current 50 2 attacks Common $0.36

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�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context

This Porygon is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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.

View all chase cards from HS—Triumphant →

💎 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

  • Common cards from HS—Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Porygon 73 was released in 2010 in the HS—Triumphant 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: HS—Triumphant 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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