Purugly – Platinum (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Purugly (#88) is a Common card from Platinum - Platinum released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Ryota Saito and the Chip Off attack (20 damage), If your opponent has 6 or more cards in his or her hand, discard a number of cards without looking until your opponent has 5 cards left in his or her hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.38, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.26
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Platinum
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryota Saito
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Chip Off
[Colorless]
— 20
If your opponent has 6 or more cards in his or her hand, discard a number of cards without looking until your opponent has 5 cards left in his or her hand. -
Poor Sleep
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 30 more damage and Purugly G is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Purugly from Platinum (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryota Saito.
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 Purugly 88 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Purugly's Chip Off deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has 6 or more cards in his or her hand, discard a number of cards without looking u...
Stats Overview: 90 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum #88 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.38 |
�📦 Platinum Set Context
This Purugly is part of the Platinum expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryota Saito, 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 Purugly 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
- Common cards from Platinum are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryota Saito 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: Purugly 88 was released in 2009 in the Platinum expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryota Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Platinum 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 Purugly 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 Purugly 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: Purugly works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.