Pyroar – Forbidden Light (#19)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pyroar (#19) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Dominating Fangs attack (80+ damage), If Lysandre Labs is in play, this attack does 60 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.55, Cardmarket average sale is €0.58, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.57
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 19
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Unnerve
Whenever your opponent plays an Item or Supporter card from their hand, prevent all effects of that card done to this Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Dominating Fangs
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80+
If Lysandre Labs is in play, this attack does 60 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pyroar from Forbidden Light (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Pyroar 19 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Pyroar's Dominating Fangs deals 80+ damage for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If Lysandre Labs is in play, this attack does 60 more damage.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbidden Light #19 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.55 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Pyroar is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Pyroar 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 Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pyroar 19 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Pyroar have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pyroar 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pyroar works best in Fire type decks.