Tapu-koko – Battle Styles (#147)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tapu-koko (#147) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Electro Ball attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.58, Cardmarket average sale is €4.47, Floor listings start near €0.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.68
- Recent low listing: €0.99
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 147
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 210
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Electro Ball
[Lightning]
— 40
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Spiral Thunder
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 20+
This attack does 40 more damage for each Energy attached to all of your opponent's Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tapu-koko from Battle Styles (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Tapu-koko 147 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Tapu-koko's Electro Ball deals 40 damage for Lightning energy.
Stats Overview: 210 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Styles #147 ← Current | 210 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $2.58 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Tapu-koko is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Tapu-koko card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tapu-koko 147 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Tapu-koko is among the premium chase cards from Battle Styles. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Tapu-koko with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Tapu-koko card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tapu-koko works best in Lightning type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.