Regirock – Ancient Origins (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Regirock (#40) is a Rare card from XY - Ancient Origins released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Rock Throw attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.39, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.25
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.41
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ancient Origins
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Rock Throw [Fighting, Colorless] — 40
-
Unyielding Rock
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Pokémon-EX, this attack does 60 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Regirock from Ancient Origins (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
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 Regirock 40 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Regirock's Rock Throw deals 40 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 120 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.
� Compare Regirock Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Origins #40 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.25 |
�📦 Ancient Origins Set Context
This Regirock is part of the Ancient Origins expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Regirock 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 cards from Ancient Origins are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa 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: Regirock 40 was released in 2015 in the Ancient Origins expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ancient Origins 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 Regirock with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Regirock 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Regirock works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.