Celebi – Neo Revelation (#3)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Celebi (#3) is a Rare Holo card from Neo - Neo Revelation released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Hironobu Yoshida and the Psychic Damage attack, Flip 3 coins. For each heads, put 1 damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.. Cardmarket average sale is €64.37, Floor listings start near €17.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €58.14
- Recent low listing: €17.00
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Revelation
- Card Number
- 3
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hironobu Yoshida
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Time Travel
If an opponent's attack would Knock Out Celebi, flip a coin. If heads, Celebi isn't Knocked Out and you shuffle it and all cards attached to it into your deck. This power doesn't work if Celebi is already Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed.
Attacks & Strategy
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Psychic Damage
[Psychic]
Flip 3 coins. For each heads, put 1 damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Celebi from Neo Revelation (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hironobu Yoshida.
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 Celebi 3 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Celebi's Psychic Damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Flip 3 coins. For each heads, put 1 damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Celebi Cards
Looking for other Celebi cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Revelation #3 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Neo Revelation Set Context
This Celebi is part of the Neo Revelation expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hironobu Yoshida, 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 Celebi 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 Neo Revelation are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hironobu Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Celebi 3 was released in 2001 in the Neo Revelation expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hironobu Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Revelation is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Celebi 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 Celebi 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Celebi works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.