White-kyurem – Lost Thunder (#63)
Price Overview & Key Facts
White-kyurem (#63) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Hitoshi Ariga and the Field Crush attack (30 damage), If your opponent has a Stadium card in play, discard it.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.07, Cardmarket average sale is €1.76, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.87
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 63
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hitoshi Ariga
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Field Crush
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
If your opponent has a Stadium card in play, discard it. -
Freezing Flames
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 80+
If this Pokémon has any Fire Energy attached to it, this attack does 80 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
White-kyurem from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hitoshi Ariga.
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 White-kyurem 63 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: White-kyurem's Field Crush deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has a Stadium card in play, discard it.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #63 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $1.07 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This White-kyurem is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hitoshi Ariga, 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 White-kyurem 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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hitoshi Ariga resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: White-kyurem 63 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 Hitoshi Ariga. 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: Water type Pokémon like White-kyurem with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your White-kyurem 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: White-kyurem works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.