Tower-of-darkness – Battle Styles (#137)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tower-of-darkness (#137) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 137
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tower-of-darkness from Battle Styles (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Tower-of-darkness 137 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
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 #137 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | $0.08 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Tower-of-darkness is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
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 Tower-of-darkness 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
- Uncommon cards from Battle Styles 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tower-of-darkness 137 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 5ban Graphics. 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.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Tower-of-darkness 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
- Draw support & consistency cards