Froakie 21 / 131 Pokemon Card from Forbidden Light Set

Froakie — Forbidden Light 21/131 Pokémon TCG card

Froakie is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 50 HP. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is card number 21 in the Forbidden Light set from the Sun & Moon…

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About the Froakie Pokémon Card

Froakie is a Water-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Forbidden Light set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 21/131 and is classified as Common. The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.

The card includes the flavor text: “It protects its skin by covering its body in delicate bubbles. Beneath its happy-go-lucky air, it keeps a watchful eye on its surroundings.”.

Froakie Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Froakie

Card number: 21/131

Set: Forbidden Light

Series: Sun & Moon

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Water

HP: 50

Artist: Ken Sugimori

Release date: May 4, 2018

National Pokédex number: 656

Why Collect the Froakie Pokémon Card?

Froakie is most often collected as part of a complete Forbidden Light set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Froakie Pokémon Card

Froakie was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Froakie Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Froakie is about $0.60. Recent listings range from roughly $0.20 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.61. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Forbidden Light set has a median card value near

.17 and an average near $8.80, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -56% over the last 7 days and -64% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Forbidden Light set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Froakie Pokémon Card

Whether Froakie is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 27 copies of this card, of which 13 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 48.1%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Froakie Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Froakie was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 27 copies to date.

Other Printings of Froakie

Froakie appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY03 (around $8.27), Hidden Fates Shiny Vault SV11 (around $7.98) and XY Black Star Promos XY138 (around $4.26).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Froakie Pokémon Card

The Froakie pokémon card is a Common card from the Forbidden Light set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Forbidden Light set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.60; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Froakie card from?

Froakie is from the Forbidden Light set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 21/131 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Froakie card?

Froakie is classified as Common.

How much is the Froakie 21/131 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.60, within a recent range of roughly $0.20 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Froakie card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 27 copies so far, with about 48.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Froakie?

PSA has graded 27 copies, of which 13 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 48.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Froakie card?

As a Common card, Froakie was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Forbidden Light set released?

The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.

Are there other printings of Froakie?

Yes. Froakie appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.