Rotom 40 / 131 Pokemon Card from Forbidden Light Set
Rotom is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with 70 HP. Its body is composed of plasma, and it is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc. This card,…
- Set: Forbidden Light
- Number: 40/131
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Rotom Pokémon Card
Rotom is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Forbidden Light set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 40/131 and is classified as Rare. The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its body is composed of plasma. It is known to infiltrate electronic devices and wreak havoc.”.
Rotom Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Rotom
Card number: 40/131
Set: Forbidden Light
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Psychic
HP: 70
Artist: Naoyo Kimura
Release date: May 4, 2018
National Pokédex number: 479
Why Collect the Rotom Pokémon Card?
Rotom is a solid addition to the Forbidden Light set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Rotom Pokémon Card
Rotom was illustrated by Naoyo Kimura.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Rotom Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Rotom is about $0.70. Recent listings range from roughly $0.31 (low) to
For context, the Forbidden Light set has a median card value near
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 Rotom Pokémon Card
Whether Rotom 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 13 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 15.4%. 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 Rotom Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Rotom are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 13 copies to date.
Other Printings of Rotom
Rotom appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Great Encounters 7 (around $35.80), HS—Undaunted 20 (around
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 Rotom Pokémon Card
The Rotom pokémon card is a Rare 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 $0.70; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Rotom card from?
Rotom is from the Forbidden Light set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 40/131 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Rotom card?
Rotom is classified as Rare.
How much is the Rotom 40/131 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.70, within a recent range of roughly $0.31 to
Is the Rotom card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 13 copies so far, with about 15.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Rotom?
PSA has graded 13 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 15.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Rotom card?
Rare cards like Rotom are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Forbidden Light set released?
The Forbidden Light set was released on May 4, 2018.
Are there other printings of Rotom?
Yes. Rotom appears on 30 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.