Tyranitar – Neo Discovery (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tyranitar (#31) is a Rare card from Neo - Neo Discovery released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Hironobu Yoshida and the Slam attack (30× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.. Cardmarket average sale is €10.38, Floor listings start near €0.70.
- Cardmarket trend price: €11.15
- Recent low listing: €0.70
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Discovery
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hironobu Yoshida
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Slam
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. -
Trample
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
For each Benched Pokémon in play (yours and your opponent's), flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tyranitar from Neo Discovery (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hironobu Yoshida.
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 31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Tyranitar's Slam deals 30× damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Darkness Type • Resistant to Psychic -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Tyranitar Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Discovery #31 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Neo Discovery Set Context
This Tyranitar is part of the Neo Discovery expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hironobu Yoshida, 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 cards from Neo Discovery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hironobu Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tyranitar 31 was released in 2001 in the Neo Discovery expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hironobu Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Discovery is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Tyranitar with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tyranitar works best in Darkness type decks.