Chien pao ex – Paldean Fates (#242)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chien pao ex (#242) is a Hyper Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldean Fates released in 2024. It showcases artwork by aky CG Works and the Hail Blade attack (60× damage), You may discard any amount of Water Energy from your Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage for each card you discarded in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.97, Cardmarket average sale is €7.64, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.97
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.16
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Paldean Fates
- Card Number
- 242
- Rarity
- ✨ Hyper Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 aky CG Works
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shivery Chill
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, you may search your deck for up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Attacks & Strategy
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Hail Blade
[Water, Water]
— 60×
You may discard any amount of Water Energy from your Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage for each card you discarded in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chien pao ex from Paldean Fates (Hyper Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator aky CG Works.
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 Chien pao ex 242 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Chien pao ex's Hail Blade deals 60× damage for Water + Water energy. Special effect: You may discard any amount of Water Energy from your Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage for each ca...
Stats Overview: 220 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldean Fates #242 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Hyper Rare | $6.97 |
�📦 Paldean Fates Set Context
This Chien pao ex is part of the Paldean Fates expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by aky CG Works, 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 Chien pao ex 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
- Hyper Rare cards from Paldean Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by aky CG Works 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: Chien pao ex 242 was released in 2024 in the Paldean Fates 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 aky CG Works. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paldean Fates 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 Chien pao ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Chien pao ex 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: Chien pao ex works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.