Market outlook
Stable Outlook 4/10
Sustained reprinting in promo and starter products caps price growth; steady demand from new players entering Future Trunks Saga archetypes.
Next months. Stable at $5-20 raw/graded through 2026 with anniversary box flooding market.
Long term. Declining relative value as supply accumulates, but holds $10+ floor for graded originals due to character nostalgia.
History
Trunks, specifically Future Trunks in his Super Saiyan 2 (SS2) form, is a key character from the Dragon Ball Z series, son of Vegeta and Bulma from an alternate future timeline ravaged by Androids 17 and 18. He travels back in time as the Envoy of Justice to aid Goku and the Z-Fighters against greater threats like Cell and Majin Buu, showcasing his significance as a time-traveling warrior with immense power and determination.[1][3]
First released in the Dragon Ball Super Card Game set Rise of the Unison Warrior (BT10) on July 17, 2020, as card BT10-031.[1][3]
- Depicts Trunks in SS2 form from the Future Trunks Saga era.
- Originally a Common Leader card (Blue, Saiyan Earthling, 10000/15000 power).
- Reprinted multiple times due to popularity in mono-blue decks.[3][4]
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Rare
- Print run
- High
- First printed in
- Rise of the Unison Warrior (BT10)
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- High
- Multiple reprints in starter decks and anniversary products increase supply.
- Original BT10 common status but leader utility boosts collector interest.
- Silver foil variants add chase appeal despite base abundance.
Collector notes
Condition. Check for centering issues on leader holo foil, edge wear from deck play, surface scratches on SS2 artwork, and print defects common in high-volume commons; avoid cards with marker counters simulated by damage.
Storage. Store in penny sleeves and top loaders in cool, dry conditions away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; use semi-rigid holders for leaders to protect holo patterns.
Authenticity. Verify Bandai hologram placement and font consistency on BT10 numbering; fakes often have blurry SS2 aura or incorrect power levels; cross-check with official card lists for era/trait matches; reprints like SD18 have 'Returns' subtitle.[3][5]
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