Staravia – Plasma Freeze (#96)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Staravia (#96) is an Uncommon card from Black & White - Plasma Freeze released in 2013. It showcases artwork by sui and the Take Down attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.21, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.22
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Freeze
- Card Number
- 96
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Staraptor
Attacks & Strategy
-
Take Down
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Staravia from Plasma Freeze (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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 Staravia 96 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Staravia's Take Down deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Staravia Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Freeze #96 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.23 |
�📦 Plasma Freeze Set Context
This Staravia is part of the Plasma Freeze expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Staravia 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
- Uncommon cards from Plasma Freeze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sui 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: Staravia 96 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Freeze expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Freeze 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 Staravia 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 Staravia 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: Staravia works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.