Porygon2 – Unseen Forces (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Porygon2 (#12) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Data Retrieval attack, If you have less than 8 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 8 cards in your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $17.30, Cardmarket average sale is €4.79, Floor listings start near €1.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $17.30
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.92
- Recent low listing: €1.00
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Porygon-Z
Abilities
-
3-D Reset
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), return a Pokémon Tool card attached to 1 of your Pokémon to your hand. This power can't be used if Porygon2 is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Data Retrieval
[Colorless]
If you have less than 8 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 8 cards in your hand. -
Scramble Trip
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
If Porygon2 has a Scramble Energy card attached to it, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Porygon2 from Unseen Forces (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 12 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Porygon2's Data Retrieval for Colorless energy. Special effect: If you have less than 8 cards in your hand, draw cards until you have 8 cards in your hand.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #12 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $17.30 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Porygon2 is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Holo cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Porygon2 12 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces 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 Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces 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 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 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.