Torkoal – Twilight Masquerade (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Torkoal (#30) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Twilight Masquerade released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Teeziro and the Ramming Shell attack (30 damage), During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Twilight Masquerade
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Teeziro
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ramming Shell
[Fire, Colorless]
— 30
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Fire Spin
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 110
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torkoal from Twilight Masquerade (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Teeziro.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Torkoal 30 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Torkoal's Ramming Shell deals 30 damage for Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Wea...
Stats Overview: 130 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.
� Compare Torkoal Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twilight Masquerade #30 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.08 |
�📦 Twilight Masquerade Set Context
This Torkoal is part of the Twilight Masquerade expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Teeziro, 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 Twilight Masquerade are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Teeziro 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 30 was released in 2024 in the Twilight Masquerade expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Teeziro. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Twilight Masquerade is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
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 Standard, 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.