Castform – Legends Awakened (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Castform (#48) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kanako Eo and the Weather Ball attack (30+ damage), If you have a Stadium card in play, remove 3 damage counters from Castform. If your opponent has a Stadium card in play, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.36, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.36
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.26
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kanako Eo
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +10
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Temperament
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for any Castform and switch it with Castform. (Any cards attached to Castform, damage counters, Special Conditions, and effects on it are now on the new Pokémon.) If you do, put Castform on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. You can't use more than 1 Temperament Poké-Power each turn.
Attacks & Strategy
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Weather Ball
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
If you have a Stadium card in play, remove 3 damage counters from Castform. If your opponent has a Stadium card in play, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Castform from Legends Awakened (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kanako Eo.
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 Castform 48 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Castform's Weather Ball deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If you have a Stadium card in play, remove 3 damage counters from Castform. If your opponent has a S...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #48 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $1.36 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Castform is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kanako Eo, 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 Castform 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
- Uncommon cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kanako Eo 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: Castform 48 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened 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 Kanako Eo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Castform 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 Castform 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: Castform works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.