Vanilluxe – Noble Victories (#29)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vanilluxe (#29) is a Rare card from Black & White - Noble Victories released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Double Freeze attack (40× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads. If either of them is heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.24, Cardmarket average sale is €0.25, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.24
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.66
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Noble Victories
- Card Number
- 29
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Double Freeze
[Water, Colorless]
— 40×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads. If either of them is heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. - Frost Breath [Water, Water] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vanilluxe from Noble Victories (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Vanilluxe 29 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Vanilluxe's Double Freeze deals 40× damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads. If either of them is heads, the ...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Victories #29 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.24 |
�📦 Noble Victories Set Context
This Vanilluxe is part of the Noble Victories expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Vanilluxe 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 cards from Noble Victories are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Vanilluxe 29 was released in 2011 in the Noble Victories expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Noble Victories is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Vanilluxe with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Vanilluxe 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
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Vanilluxe works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.