Typhlosion – Lost Thunder (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Typhlosion (#42) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Lost Flame attack (120 damage), Put 2 Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon in the Lost Zone.. TCGplayer market price sits around $9.27, Cardmarket average sale is €7.56, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.36
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Blazing Energy
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may use this Ability. All Energy attached to your Pokémon are Fire Energy instead of their usual type until the end of your turn. (This includes cards that come into play on this turn.)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Lost Flame
[Fire, Fire, Fire, Fire]
— 120
Put 2 Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon in the Lost Zone.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Typhlosion from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Typhlosion 42 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Typhlosion's Lost Flame deals 120 damage for Fire + Fire + Fire + Fire energy. Special effect: Put 2 Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon in the Lost Zone.
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #42 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $9.27 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Typhlosion is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Typhlosion 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 Holo cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Typhlosion 42 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Typhlosion have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Typhlosion 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Typhlosion works best in Fire type decks.