Zeraora – Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery (#TG16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zeraora (#TG16) is a Rare Holo V card from Sword & Shield - Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery released in 2022. It showcases artwork by yuu and the Cross Fist attack (100 damage), If 1 of your other Rapid Strike Pokémon used an attack during your last turn, this attack also does 160 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $7.64, Cardmarket average sale is €10.30, Floor listings start near €4.63.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.64
- Cardmarket trend price: €12.03
- Recent low listing: €4.63
Card Details
- Set
- Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery
- Card Number
- TG16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo V
- Illustrator
- 🎨 yuu
- HP
- 210
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Cross Fist
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
If 1 of your other Rapid Strike Pokémon used an attack during your last turn, this attack also does 160 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zeraora from Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery (Rare Holo V) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator yuu.
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 Zeraora TG16 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Zeraora's Cross Fist deals 100 damage for Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If 1 of your other Rapid Strike Pokémon used an attack during your last turn, this attack also does ...
Stats Overview: 210 HP • Lightning 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery #TG16 ← Current | 210 | 1 attack | Rare Holo V | $7.64 |
�📦 Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery Set Context
This Zeraora is part of the Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by yuu, 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 Zeraora 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 V cards from Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by yuu 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: Zeraora TG16 was released in 2022 in the Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by yuu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Zeraora with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Zeraora 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: Zeraora works best in Lightning type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.