Celebi ex – Unseen Forces (#117)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Celebi ex (#117) is a Rare Secret card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Spiral Leaf attack, Flip a coin. If heads, put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon. If tails, remove 1 damage counter from each of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $371.36, Cardmarket average sale is €116.20, Floor listings start near €50.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $371.36
- Cardmarket trend price: €218.29
- Recent low listing: €50.00
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 117
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Spiral Leaf
[Grass]
Flip a coin. If heads, put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon. If tails, remove 1 damage counter from each of your Pokémon. -
Time Trap
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, look at the top 4 cards of your opponent's deck, and put them back on top of your opponent's deck in any order. If tails, look at the top 4 cards of your deck, and put them back on top of your deck in any order.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Celebi ex from Unseen Forces (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Celebi ex 117 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Celebi ex's Spiral Leaf for Grass energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon. If tails, remove 1 d...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #117 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare Secret | $371.36 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Celebi ex is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Celebi ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Secret cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Unseen Forces
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Celebi ex 117 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Celebi ex is among the premium chase cards from Unseen Forces. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Celebi ex with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Celebi ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Celebi ex works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.