Rainbow energy – Team Rocket (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rainbow energy (#17) is a Rare Holo card from Base - Team Rocket released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Takumi Akabane. Cardmarket average sale is €26.70, Floor listings start near €5.99.
- Cardmarket trend price: €26.98
- Recent low listing: €5.99
Card Details
- Set
- Team Rocket
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Takumi Akabane
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rainbow energy from Team Rocket (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Takumi Akabane.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Rainbow energy 17 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Rocket #17 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Team Rocket Set Context
This Rainbow energy is part of the Team Rocket expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Takumi Akabane, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Rainbow energy card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from Team Rocket are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Takumi Akabane resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
More from Team Rocket
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rainbow energy 17 was released in 2000 in the Team Rocket expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Takumi Akabane. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Rocket is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Rainbow energy card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards