Chien pao – Paradox Rift (#57)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chien pao (#57) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paradox Rift released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Anesaki Dynamic and the Snow Bringer attack, Attach up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.16, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has increased 26.6% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.16
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has increased 26.6% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Card Number
- 57
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Anesaki Dynamic
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Snow Bringer
[Water]
Attach up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon. -
Wrathful Blade
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 130
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chien pao from Paradox Rift (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Anesaki Dynamic.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 26.6% versus the 30-day average.
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 57 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's Snow Bringer for Water energy. Special effect: Attach up to 2 Basic Water Energy cards from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradox Rift #57 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.16 |
�📦 Paradox Rift Set Context
This Chien pao is part of the Paradox Rift expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Anesaki Dynamic, 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 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 Paradox Rift are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Anesaki Dynamic 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.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Chien pao 57 was released in 2023 in the Paradox Rift 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 Anesaki Dynamic. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Paradox Rift 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 with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Chien pao 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 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.