Skiddo – Vivid Voltage (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Skiddo (#17) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Saya Tsuruta and the Synthesis attack, Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has declined 21.0% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.03
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has declined 21.0% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Saya Tsuruta
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Gogoat
Attacks & Strategy
-
Synthesis
[Grass]
Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. - Razor Leaf [Grass, Grass, Colorless] — 50
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Skiddo from Vivid Voltage (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Saya Tsuruta.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 21.0% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Skiddo 17 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Skiddo's Synthesis for Grass energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Skiddo Cards
Looking for other Skiddo cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #17 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.08 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Skiddo is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Saya Tsuruta, 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 Skiddo 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
- Common cards from Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Saya Tsuruta resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Skiddo 17 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage 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 Saya Tsuruta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Skiddo with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Skiddo 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Skiddo works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.