Blissey – Guardians Rising (#102)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Blissey (#102) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Hideki Ishikawa and the Double-Edge attack (160 damage), This Pokémon does 80 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.56, Cardmarket average sale is €0.72, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.56
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.58
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 102
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hideki Ishikawa
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Fresh Egg
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may heal 80 damage from your Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Double-Edge
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 160
This Pokémon does 80 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Blissey from Guardians Rising (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideki Ishikawa.
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 Blissey 102 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Blissey's Double-Edge deals 160 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This Pokémon does 80 damage to itself.
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #102 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.56 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Blissey is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideki Ishikawa, 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 Blissey 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 Holo cards from Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hideki Ishikawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Blissey 102 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising 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 Hideki Ishikawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Blissey 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 Blissey 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Blissey works best in Colorless type decks.