Zangoose – Call of Legends (#39)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Zangoose (#39) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Wataru Kawahara and the Swords Dance attack, During your next turn, Zangoose's Lost Claw attack's base damage is 80.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.69, Cardmarket average sale is €1.85, Floor listings start near €0.29.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.69
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.36
- Recent low listing: €0.29
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- 39
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Wataru Kawahara
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Swords Dance
[Colorless]
During your next turn, Zangoose's Lost Claw attack's base damage is 80. -
Lost Claw
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Choose 1 card from your opponent's hand without looking and put it in the Lost Zone.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zangoose from Call of Legends (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Wataru Kawahara.
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 Zangoose 39 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Zangoose's Swords Dance for Colorless energy. Special effect: During your next turn, Zangoose's Lost Claw attack's base damage is 80.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Call of Legends #39 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.69 |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Zangoose is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Wataru Kawahara, 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 Zangoose 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 Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Wataru Kawahara 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: Zangoose 39 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Wataru Kawahara. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Call of Legends 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 Zangoose 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 Zangoose 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: Zangoose works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.