Torterra – Forbidden Light (#58)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Torterra (#58) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Giga Drain attack (50 damage), Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.57, Cardmarket average sale is €0.45, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.44
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- Forbidden Light
- Card Number
- 58
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Giga Drain
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 50
Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Earthquake
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 180
This attack does 20 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Torterra from Forbidden Light (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Torterra 58 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Torterra's Giga Drain deals 50 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Forbidden Light #58 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.57 |
�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context
This Torterra is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Torterra 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 cards from Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Torterra 58 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Torterra 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 Torterra 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Torterra works best in Fighting type decks.