Tapu-koko – Battle Styles (#51)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tapu-koko (#51) is a Rare Holo Vmax card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Tsuji and the Max Shock attack (180 damage), If you have more Prize cards remaining than your opponent, their Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.64, Cardmarket average sale is €1.51, Floor listings start near €0.70.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.64
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.68
- Recent low listing: €0.70
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 51
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Vmax
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Tsuji
- HP
- 320
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Max Shock
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 180
If you have more Prize cards remaining than your opponent, their Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tapu-koko from Battle Styles (Rare Holo Vmax) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Tsuji.
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 51 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 Max Shock deals 180 damage for Lightning + Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: If you have more Prize cards remaining than your opponent, their Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 320 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 #51 ← Current | 320 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Vmax | $1.64 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Tapu-koko is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Tsuji, 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: 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 Holo Vmax cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Tsuji 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 51 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 PLANETA Tsuji. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
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
- 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.