Volbeat 53/100

Name: Volbeat #53 - Sandstorm | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ex2-53
Price: 1.79 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Sandstorm Released: Sep 18, 2003

Pokémon

Grass Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 16.5 packs (6.1%)

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1.79 $0.22 (14.01%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	269.53	—	x13
PSA9	45.27	—	x2.2
PSA8	32.58	400.46%	x1.6

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Volbeat
National Pokédex #313
Card Number 53/100
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorKyoko Umemoto
Release Date18/09/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Sandstorm
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionHoenn
Generation Generation 3

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Abilities

Poké-Body: Uplifting Glow
As long as Illumise is in play, Volbeat's Retreat Cost is 0.

Attacks

Toxic Vibration
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Pester20+
If the Defending Pokémon is affected by a Special Condition, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Volbeat hovering serenely against a vibrant sunset sky, its glowing antennae casting a gentle light as the natural landscape stretches quietly below, evoking a peaceful, mystical evening scene.

Playability Overview

Volbeat’s synergy with Illumise to eliminate retreat costs combined with its status-inflicting attacks encourages a strategic role in disrupting opponents while maintaining flexible board positioning.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Bug's ParadiseThis Volbeat card has such a cheerful vibe with its vibrant colors and playful design against a sunset backdrop. It deserves a spot on a "Joyful Bugs" page. Placing it near other lively Bug types like Beautifly would enhance that happy, nature-loving feel.Additional Binder Suggestions: Meadow / Cheerful / Bright Colors / Bug Life / Sunset Glow