Tyranitar – Delta Species (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tyranitar (#16) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Delta Species released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Delta Crush attack (50+ damage), You may discard an Energy card attached to Tyranitar. If you do, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $71.84, Cardmarket average sale is €31.74, Floor listings start near €3.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $71.84
- Cardmarket trend price: €34.33
- Recent low listing: €3.00
Card Details
- Set
- Delta Species
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 120
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Crush Draw
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may reveal the top card of your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If not, put the card back on top of your deck. This power can't be used if Tyranitar is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Delta Crush
[Fire, Metal, Colorless]
— 50+
You may discard an Energy card attached to Tyranitar. If you do, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tyranitar from Delta Species (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Tyranitar 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Tyranitar's Delta Crush deals 50+ damage for Fire + Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may discard an Energy card attached to Tyranitar. If you do, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 ...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Fire/Metal Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Species #16 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $71.84 |
�📦 Delta Species Set Context
This Tyranitar is part of the Delta Species expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Tyranitar 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 Delta Species are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire, Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tyranitar 16 was released in 2005 in the Delta Species expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Delta Species is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar 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: Tyranitar works best in Fire type decks.