Zygarde – Fates Collide (#54a)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zygarde (#54a) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Fates Collide released in 2016. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Land's Pulse attack (20+ damage), If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage.. Cardmarket average sale is €43.48, Floor listings start near €24.89.
- Cardmarket trend price: €37.85
- Recent low listing: €24.89
Card Details
- Set
- Fates Collide
- Card Number
- 54a
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 190
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Land's Pulse
[Fighting]
— 20+
If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage. -
Cell Storm
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 60
Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon. -
Land's Wrath
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 100
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zygarde from Fates Collide (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Zygarde 54a is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Zygarde's Land's Pulse deals 20+ damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage.
Stats Overview: 190 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fates Collide #54a ← Current | 190 | 3 attacks | Rare Ultra | N/A |
�📦 Fates Collide Set Context
This Zygarde is part of the Fates Collide expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Zygarde card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Fates Collide are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zygarde 54a was released in 2016 in the Fates Collide expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Zygarde is among the premium chase cards from Fates Collide. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Fates Collide is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Zygarde 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 Zygarde card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zygarde works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.