Rayquaza – Vivid Voltage (#138)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rayquaza (#138) is an Amazing Rare card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Amazing Burst attack (80× damage), Discard all basic Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each type of basic Energy you discarded in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $11.13, Cardmarket average sale is €11.91, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $11.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €15.07
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 138
- Rarity
- ✨ Amazing Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Amazing Burst
[Grass, Lightning, Fighting]
— 80×
Discard all basic Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each type of basic Energy you discarded in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rayquaza from Vivid Voltage (Amazing Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Rayquaza 138 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Rayquaza's Amazing Burst deals 80× damage for Grass + Lightning + Fighting energy. Special effect: Discard all basic Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each type of basic Energy...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #138 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Amazing Rare | $11.13 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Rayquaza is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Rayquaza 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
- Amazing Rare cards from Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Rayquaza 138 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Rayquaza 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 Rayquaza 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: Rayquaza works best in Colorless type decks.