Tornadus, Emerging Powers 89/98, holo-rare

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Tornadus

Emerging Powers 89/98 • holo-rare

Set: Emerging Powers
Number: 89/98
Rarity: Rare Holo
Released: 2011
Energy type: colorless energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $1.47
Artist: 5ban Graphics

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Market

What it's worth

$1.47market price via TCGplayer · Oct 6, 2026$1.44 – $1.57 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This colorless card from the Emerging Powers set stands out as a rare holo, making it a distinct inclusion for those documenting this specific series. Its classification as a rare holo ensures it remains a prized component for collectors focused on securing high-rarity examples from this release.

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Card face

What it does

110 HPBasic

Cost: colorless energyEnergy Wheel

Move an Energy from 1 of your Benched Pokémon to this Pokémon.

Cost: colorless energy colorless energy colorless energyHurricane80

Move a basic Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Weaknesslightning energy×2Resistancefighting energy-20Retreatcolorless energy

The lower half of its body is wrapped in a cloud of energy. It zooms through the sky at 200 mph.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedLegal
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Provenance

Where it came from

Tornadus made its debut in the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the Black & White series, specifically appearing as part of the Emerging Powers expansion released in 2011. This set was designed to introduce the Unova region's legendary Pokémon to players, capturing the fierce, avian-like nature of the Cyclone Pokémon. As a colorless-type card, it was crafted to provide strategic versatility for decks regardless of their primary energy focus.

The holographic finish on card 89/98 reflects the aesthetic transition of the era, where the card art began to emphasize more dynamic, full-body poses to showcase the power of the new legendary trio. Illustrators for this set focused on highlighting the sweeping, wind-blown design of the character, which resonated with players who valued the competitive utility of its Hurricane attack. Upon release, the card was well-received by collectors interested in the initial wave of Generation V legendary cards.

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