Victini – Lost Thunder (#49)

Victini Pokémon card — Lost Thunder #49, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Lost Thunder expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Victini (#49) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by sowsow and the V-Beatdown attack (20× damage), This attack does 20 damage for each of your Basic Pokémon in play.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.48, Cardmarket average sale is €0.56, Floor listings start near €0.09.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.48
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.69
  • Recent low listing: €0.09
Current Prices: €0.69 (CM) $0.48 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Lost Thunder
Card Number
49
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 sowsow
HP
70
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • V-Beatdown [Fire, Colorless] — 20×
    This attack does 20 damage for each of your Basic Pokémon in play.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Victini from Lost Thunder (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sowsow.

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 Victini 49 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Victini's V-Beatdown deals 20× damage for Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage for each of your Basic Pokémon in play.

Stats Overview: 70 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.

� Compare Victini Cards

Looking for other Victini cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.

Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Lost Thunder #49 ← Current 70 1 attack Rare $0.48

Browse all Victini cards →

�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context

This Victini is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sowsow, 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.

View all chase cards from Lost Thunder →

💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Victini card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by sowsow 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: Victini 49 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 sowsow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Victini 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 Victini card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Victini works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Victini & Explore More

Loading Pokélab...