Friends in hisui – Crown Zenith (#148)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Friends in hisui (#148) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Crown Zenith released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Kinu Nishimura. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.84, Cardmarket average sale is €6.27, Floor listings start near €4.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.84
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.86
- Recent low listing: €4.50
Card Details
- Set
- Crown Zenith
- Card Number
- 148
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kinu Nishimura
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Friends in hisui from Crown Zenith (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kinu Nishimura.
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 Friends in hisui 148 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Friends in hisui Cards
Looking for other Friends in hisui cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Zenith #148 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Rare Ultra | $4.84 |
�📦 Crown Zenith Set Context
This Friends in hisui is part of the Crown Zenith expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2023. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kinu Nishimura, 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 Friends in hisui card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Crown Zenith are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kinu Nishimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Friends in hisui 148 was released in 2023 in the Crown Zenith expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kinu Nishimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Friends in hisui is among the premium chase cards from Crown Zenith. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Crown Zenith is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Friends in hisui card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards