Snorlax – Rising Rivals (#33)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Snorlax (#33) is a Rare card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Pick and Collect attack, Search your discard pile for up to 4 basic Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $9.62, Cardmarket average sale is €5.39, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.30
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 33
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Pick and Collect
Search your discard pile for up to 4 basic Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Roll Over
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
Flip a coin. If heads, both Snorlax and the Defending Pokémon are now Asleep. If tails, Snorlax is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Snorlax from Rising Rivals (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Snorlax 33 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Snorlax's Pick and Collect . Special effect: Search your discard pile for up to 4 basic Energy cards, show them to your opponent, and put them in...
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting +20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #33 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare | $9.62 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Snorlax is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Snorlax 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Snorlax 33 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals 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 Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals 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 Snorlax 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 Snorlax 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: Snorlax works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.