Lugia
Lugia is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from POP Series 5 (#2). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $110.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Lugia suits collectors working on POP Series 5 who need the Rare slot. Treat $110.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Lugia from POP Series 5?
Lugia is a Pokémon card in POP Series 5 numbered 2. Lugia (#2) is a chase-tier Rare printing in POP Series 5. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. National Pokédex #249. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Lugia worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $110.00 for Lugia. Low and high spread runs $44.00 to $9999.00. Per-finish references: Holofoil: $110.00; Normal: $95.15. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | POP Series 5 |
|---|---|
| Number | 2 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $110.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €95.71 |
| Holofoil | $110.00 |
| Normal | $95.15 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Super Psy Bolt | PsychicColorless 20 |
| Aerowing | PsychicColorlessColorless 30 Before doing damage, you may flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, this attack does 60 damage instead. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Lugia?
Lugia is listed as Rare in POP Series 5. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Lugia?
Catalog fields: set POP Series 5, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Lugia (#2) is a chase-tier Rare printing in POP Series 5. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Lugia is catalogued as Rare printing in POP Series 5, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $110.00 across finishes (Holofoil: $110.00; Normal: $95.15).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $110.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Lugia worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $110.00 for ungraded Lugia from POP Series 5. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Lugia from?
Lugia is listed in POP Series 5 (POP) as card #2. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Lugia?
Our catalog lists Lugia as Rare in POP Series 5. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Lugia good for collectors or players?
Lugia includes gameplay stats in POP Series 5. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Lugia?
Grading only makes sense when Lugia appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $110.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Lugia?
Finish variants of Lugia carry separate market listings. Holofoil: $110.00; Normal: $95.15 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.