Tropius – Paldea Evolved (#7)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tropius (#7) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldea Evolved released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Taira Akitsu and the Leaf Drain attack (20 damage), Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.07, Cardmarket average sale is €0.03, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Paldea Evolved
- Card Number
- 7
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Taira Akitsu
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Leaf Drain
[Grass]
— 20
Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon. -
Tropic Breeze
[Grass, Grass, Colorless]
— 130
Move all Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tropius from Paldea Evolved (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Taira Akitsu.
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 Tropius 7 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Tropius's Leaf Drain deals 20 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Tropius Cards
Looking for other Tropius cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldea Evolved #7 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.07 |
�📦 Paldea Evolved Set Context
This Tropius is part of the Paldea Evolved expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Taira Akitsu, 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 Tropius 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 Paldea Evolved are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Taira Akitsu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tropius 7 was released in 2023 in the Paldea Evolved 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 Taira Akitsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paldea Evolved is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Tropius 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 Tropius 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tropius works best in Grass 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.