Turtwig-gl – Rising Rivals (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Turtwig-gl (#85) is a Common card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kanako Eo and the Giga Drain attack (30 damage), After your attack, remove from Turtwig GL the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.78, Cardmarket average sale is €0.18, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.78
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.25
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kanako Eo
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Water -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Overgrow
As long as Turtwig GL's remaining HP is 60 or less, each of Turtwig GL's attacks does 30 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Giga Drain
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
After your attack, remove from Turtwig GL the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Turtwig-gl from Rising Rivals (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kanako Eo.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Turtwig-gl 85 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Turtwig-gl's Giga Drain deals 30 damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: After your attack, remove from Turtwig GL the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did ...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Water -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #85 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Common | $0.78 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Turtwig-gl is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kanako Eo, 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 Turtwig-gl 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kanako Eo 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: Turtwig-gl 85 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kanako Eo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Turtwig-gl have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Turtwig-gl 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: Turtwig-gl works best in Grass type decks.