Thundurus 70 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set

Thundurus — Obsidian Flames 70/197 Pokémon TCG card

Thundurus is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is illustrated by artist GOSSAN and is part of the Obsidian Flames set from the Scarlet & Violet…

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About the Thundurus Pokémon Card

Thundurus is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 70/197 and is classified as Rare. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

The card includes the flavor text: “As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.”.

Thundurus Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Thundurus

Card number: 70/197

Set: Obsidian Flames

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 110

Artist: GOSSAN

Release date: August 11, 2023

National Pokédex number: 642

Why Collect the Thundurus Pokémon Card?

Thundurus is a solid addition to the Obsidian Flames 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 Thundurus Pokémon Card

Thundurus was illustrated by GOSSAN.

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

Market Price and Value of the Thundurus Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Thundurus is about $0.27. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.27. 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 Obsidian Flames set has a median card value near $0.26 and an average near

.50, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -25% over the last 7 days and -40% 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 Obsidian Flames set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Thundurus Pokémon Card

Whether Thundurus 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 5 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 40.0%. 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 Thundurus Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Thundurus 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 5 copies to date.

Other Printings of Thundurus

Thundurus appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Emerging Powers 97 (around

5.01), BW Black Star Promos BW41 (around $3.96) and Emerging Powers 35 (around $3.62).

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 Thundurus Pokémon Card

The Thundurus pokémon card is a Rare card from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Obsidian Flames set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.27; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Thundurus card from?

Thundurus is from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 70/197 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Thundurus card?

Thundurus is classified as Rare.

How much is the Thundurus 70/197 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.27, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to

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

Is the Thundurus card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 5 copies so far, with about 40.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Thundurus?

PSA has graded 5 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 40.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Thundurus card?

Rare cards like Thundurus are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Obsidian Flames set released?

The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

Are there other printings of Thundurus?

Yes. Thundurus appears on 14 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.