Pupitar – Unseen Forces (#70)

Pupitar Pokémon card — Unseen Forces #70, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Unseen Forces expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Pupitar (#70) is a Common card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Slash attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.13, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.37
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.20
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.20 (CM) $0.37 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Unseen Forces
Card Number
70
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Aya Kusube
HP
70
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Evolves To
Tyranitar

Attacks & Strategy

  • Slash [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
  • Rock Throw [Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 40
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Tyranitar for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Pupitar from Unseen Forces (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.

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 Pupitar 70 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Pupitar's Slash deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×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 #70 ← Current 70 2 attacks Common $0.37

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�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context

This Pupitar is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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 Pupitar 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 Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Aya Kusube resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Pupitar 70 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 Aya Kusube. 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: Fighting type Pokémon like Pupitar 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 Pupitar 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 Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

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

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