Torkoal – Shining Legends (#11)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Torkoal (#11) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Shining Legends released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the High-Pressure Heat attack (30 damage), During your next turn, this Pokémon's High-Pressure Heat attack does 50 more damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.16, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.16
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Legends
- Card Number
- 11
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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High-Pressure Heat
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
During your next turn, this Pokémon's High-Pressure Heat attack does 50 more damage (before applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Flamethrower
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 90
Discard an Energy from this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torkoal from Shining Legends (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Torkoal 11 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Torkoal's High-Pressure Heat deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your next turn, this Pokémon's High-Pressure Heat attack does 50 more damage (before applying...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Legends #11 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.16 |
�📦 Shining Legends Set Context
This Torkoal is part of the Shining Legends expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Torkoal 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
- Common cards from Shining Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Torkoal 11 was released in 2017 in the Shining Legends expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Legends represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Torkoal 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 Torkoal 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Torkoal works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.