Archen 53/101

Name: Archen #53 - Plasma Blast | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: bw10-53
Price: 0.88 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Plasma Blast Released: Aug 14, 2013

Pokémon

Fighting Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 11 packs (9.1%) Evolves From: Plume Fossil Evolves To: Archeops

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA9	11.00	—	x12

About Archen

It was revived from an ancient fossil. Not able to fly, it lived in treetops and hopped from one branch to another.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Archen
National Pokédex #566
Card Number 53/101
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorMizue
Release Date14/08/2013
SeriesBlack & White
Expansion Plasma Blast
Evolves From
Plume Fossil
Evolves To
Archeops
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionUnova
Generation Generation 5

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fighting
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Abilities

Ability: Prehistoric Call
Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is in your discard pile, you may put this Pokémon on the bottom of your deck.

Attacks

Wing Attack20

Rules

Put this card onto your Bench only with the effect of Plume Fossil

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Archen perched on a tree branch, surrounded by lush greenery and ancient ruins under a bright, clear sky, capturing its prehistoric essence and vibrant plumage in a peaceful natural setting.

Playability Overview

Archen’s ability to self-recycle into the deck from the discard pile offers strategic sustainability but limited offensive power, making it more useful for setup than direct combat.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Ancient AviaryThis Archen card brings a vibrant, nostalgic feel with its bright colors and playful pose. The background hints at a prehistoric setting, making it a great fit for a "Dinosaur Era" page. Pair it with other fossil Pokémon for a cohesive look that really tells a story about ancient times.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ruins / Playful / Bright Colors / Fossil Finds / Prehistoric Life