Tinkaton – Paradox Rift (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tinkaton (#85) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Paradox Rift released in 2023. It showcases artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO and the Crushing Blow attack (30 damage), Discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.20, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has increased 82.4% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has increased 82.4% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 KEIICHIRO ITO
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Crushing Blow
[Psychic]
— 30
Discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Alloyed Hammer
[Psychic]
— 60+
If this Pokémon has any Metal Energy attached, this attack does 120 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tinkaton from Paradox Rift (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator KEIICHIRO ITO.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 82.4% 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 Tinkaton 85 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Tinkaton's Crushing Blow deals 30 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic 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 #85 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.11 |
�📦 Paradox Rift Set Context
This Tinkaton is part of the Paradox Rift expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO, 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 Tinkaton 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 Paradox Rift are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by KEIICHIRO ITO resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tinkaton 85 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 KEIICHIRO ITO. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Tinkaton 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 Tinkaton 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tinkaton works best in Psychic 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.