Porygon2 – Aquapolis (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Porygon2 (#28) is a Rare card from E-Card - Aquapolis released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hikaru Koike and the Hypnotic Ray attack (20 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.38, Cardmarket average sale is €1.74, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.20
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hikaru Koike
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Porygon-Z
Abilities
-
Backup
Once during each of your turns (before your attack), if you have 2 or fewer cards in your hand, you may draw cards from your deck until you have 3 cards in your hand. This power can't be used if Porygon2 is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Hypnotic Ray
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Porygon2 from Aquapolis (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hikaru Koike.
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 Porygon2 28 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Porygon2's Hypnotic Ray deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquapolis #28 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | $5.38 |
�📦 Aquapolis Set Context
This Porygon2 is part of the Aquapolis expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hikaru Koike, 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 Porygon2 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 Aquapolis are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hikaru Koike 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.
More from Aquapolis
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Porygon2 28 was released in 2003 in the Aquapolis 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 Hikaru Koike. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Aquapolis 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 Porygon2 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 Porygon2 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: Porygon2 works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.