Terrakion – Dragons Exalted (#121)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Terrakion (#121) is a Rare Ultra card from Black & White - Dragons Exalted released in 2012. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Rock Tumble attack (50 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $31.80, Cardmarket average sale is €10.50, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $31.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €29.42
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Dragons Exalted
- Card Number
- 121
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rock Tumble
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 50
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance. -
Pump-up Smash
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 90
Attach 2 basic Energy cards from your hand to your Benched Pokémon in any way you like.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Terrakion from Dragons Exalted (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Terrakion 121 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Terrakion's Rock Tumble deals 50 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
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Dragons Exalted #121 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $31.80 |
�📦 Dragons Exalted Set Context
This Terrakion is part of the Dragons Exalted expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Terrakion 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 Dragons Exalted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Terrakion 121 was released in 2012 in the Dragons Exalted 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Terrakion is among the premium chase cards from Dragons Exalted. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Dragons Exalted is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Terrakion with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Terrakion 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Terrakion works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.