Burmy-sandy-cloak – Secret Wonders (#79)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Burmy-sandy-cloak (#79) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Sandy Cloak Tackle attack (10+ damage), If Burmy Sandy Cloak has any Fighting Energy attached to it, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.41, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.41
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.11
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 79
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire +10
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Wormadam
Abilities
-
Wear Cloak
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Burmy Sandy Cloak is your Active Pokémon, you may search your discard for a basic Fighting Energy card and attach it to Burmy Sandy Cloak.
Attacks & Strategy
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Sandy Cloak Tackle
[Colorless]
— 10+
If Burmy Sandy Cloak has any Fighting Energy attached to it, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Burmy-sandy-cloak from Secret Wonders (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Burmy-sandy-cloak 79 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Burmy-sandy-cloak's Sandy Cloak Tackle deals 10+ damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If Burmy Sandy Cloak has any Fighting Energy attached to it, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more...
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire +10
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #79 ← Current | 40 | 1 attack | Common | $0.41 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Burmy-sandy-cloak is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Burmy-sandy-cloak 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Burmy-sandy-cloak 79 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Burmy-sandy-cloak have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Burmy-sandy-cloak 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: Burmy-sandy-cloak works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.