Toxicroak – Burning Shadows (#55)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Toxicroak (#55) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Burning Shadows released in 2017. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Poison Jab attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.18, Cardmarket average sale is €0.21, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.18
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Poison Jab
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. -
Poison Boost
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 80+
If this Pokémon is Poisoned, this attack does 80 more damage. Then, remove that Special Condition from this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Toxicroak from Burning Shadows (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, 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 Toxicroak 55 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Toxicroak's Poison Jab deals 30 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows #55 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.18 |
�📦 Burning Shadows Set Context
This Toxicroak is part of the Burning Shadows expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
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 Toxicroak 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 Burning Shadows 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.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Toxicroak 55 was released in 2017 in the Burning Shadows 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: Burning Shadows represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Toxicroak 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 Toxicroak 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Toxicroak works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.