Tangela – Call of Legends (#72)

Tangela Pokémon card — Call of Legends #72, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Call of Legends expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Tangela (#72) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki and the Nutritional Support attack, Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.27, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.37
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.27
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.27 (CM) $0.37 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Call of Legends
Card Number
72
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Hideaki Hakozaki
HP
70
Type
🌿 Grass
Weaknesses
Fire ×2
Resistances
Water -20
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
Tangrowth

Attacks & Strategy

  • Nutritional Support [Grass]
    Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward.
  • Poisonpowder [Grass, Colorless, Colorless] — 30
    The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Tangrowth for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Tangela from Call of Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideaki Hakozaki.

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 Tangela 72 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Tangela's Nutritional Support for Grass energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Shuffle your deck after...

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Water -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
Call of Legends #72 ← Current 70 2 attacks Common $0.37

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�📦 Call of Legends Set Context

This Tangela is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideaki Hakozaki, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Tangela card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Hideaki Hakozaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Tangela 72 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hideaki Hakozaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Tangela 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 Tangela card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Grass energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Tangela works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Tangela & Explore More

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