Doublade – Forbidden Light (#48)

Doublade Pokémon card — Forbidden Light #48, Uncommon
Uncommon artwork from Forbidden Light.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Doublade (#48) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Forbidden Light released in 2018. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Curse of the Blade attack, Put 3 damage counters on each of your opponent's Pokémon that has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.19
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.18 (CM) $0.19 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Forbidden Light
Card Number
48
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 kirisAki
HP
80
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Darkness ×2
Resistances
Fighting -20
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Evolves To
Aegislash

Attacks & Strategy

  • Curse of the Blade [Psychic]
    Put 3 damage counters on each of your opponent's Pokémon that has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Aegislash for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Doublade from Forbidden Light (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Doublade 48 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Doublade's Curse of the Blade for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 3 damage counters on each of your opponent's Pokémon that has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it...

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20

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
Forbidden Light #48 ← Current 80 1 attack Uncommon $0.19

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�📦 Forbidden Light Set Context

This Doublade is part of the Forbidden Light expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Doublade card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Forbidden Light are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by kirisAki 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.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Doublade 48 was released in 2018 in the Forbidden Light expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Forbidden Light represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Doublade have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Doublade card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Psychic energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Doublade works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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