Ursaring – Neo Discovery (#34)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ursaring (#34) is a Rare card from Neo - Neo Discovery released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Headpress attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage).. Cardmarket average sale is €4.98, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.72
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Discovery
- Card Number
- 34
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Headpress
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage). -
Double Lariat
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ursaring from Neo Discovery (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Ursaring 34 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ursaring's Headpress deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does nothing (n...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ursaring Cards
Looking for other Ursaring cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Discovery #34 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | N/A |
�📦 Neo Discovery Set Context
This Ursaring is part of the Neo Discovery expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Ursaring 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 Naoyo Kimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ursaring 34 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 Naoyo Kimura. 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: Colorless type Pokémon like Ursaring 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 Ursaring 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ursaring works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.