Snorlax – Rising Rivals (#81)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Snorlax (#81) is a Common card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Toss and Turn attack (20+ damage), If Snorlax is Asleep, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage. (This attack can be used even if Snorlax is Asleep.). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.99, Cardmarket average sale is €1.03, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.20
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 81
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Bad Sleeping Habits
As long as Snorlax is Asleep, your opponent's Active Pokémon can't retreat.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Toss and Turn
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20+
If Snorlax is Asleep, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage. (This attack can be used even if Snorlax is Asleep.) -
Heavy Press
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage. If tails, Snorlax is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Snorlax from Rising Rivals (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 81 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Snorlax's Toss and Turn deals 20+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If Snorlax is Asleep, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage. (This attack can be used even ...
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 #81 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Common | $3.99 |
�📦 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 Kouki Saitou, 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
- Common cards from Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 81 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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.