Voltorb – Celestial Storm (#47)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Voltorb (#47) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Thunder Shock attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.20, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.20
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 47
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Electrode
Abilities
-
Floating Electrons
If this Pokémon has any Energy attached to it, it has no Retreat Cost.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Thunder Shock
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Voltorb from Celestial Storm (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Voltorb 47 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Voltorb's Thunder Shock deals 20 damage for Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #47 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $0.20 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Voltorb is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Voltorb 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
- Common cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Voltorb 47 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Voltorb 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 Voltorb 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Voltorb works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.