Mistys psyduck – Destined Rivals (#45)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mistys psyduck (#45) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Destined Rivals released in 2025. It showcases artwork by Yuu Nishida and the Sprinkle Water attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.14, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.14
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Destined Rivals
- Card Number
- 45
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuu Nishida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Golduck
Abilities
-
Flustered Leap
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is on your Bench, you may discard the bottom card of your deck. If you do, discard all cards from this Pokémon and put this Pokémon on top of your deck.
Attacks & Strategy
- Sprinkle Water [Water] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mistys psyduck from Destined Rivals (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuu Nishida.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mistys psyduck 45 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mistys psyduck's Sprinkle Water deals 30 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mistys psyduck Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destined Rivals #45 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.14 |
�📦 Destined Rivals Set Context
This Mistys psyduck is part of the Destined Rivals expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuu Nishida, 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 Mistys psyduck 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
- Uncommon cards from Destined Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuu Nishida 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.
More from Destined Rivals
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mistys psyduck 45 was released in 2025 in the Destined Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yuu Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Destined Rivals is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Mistys psyduck have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mistys psyduck 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: Mistys psyduck works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.