Celebi – Shining Fates (#3)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Celebi (#3) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Shining Fates released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Yuu Nishida and the Leaf Step attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.20, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.20
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Fates
- Card Number
- 3
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuu Nishida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Woodland Stroll
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, you may look at the top 6 cards of your deck, reveal an Energy card you find there, and put it into your hand. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck.
Attacks & Strategy
- Leaf Step [Grass, Colorless, Colorless] — 40
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Celebi from Shining Fates (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuu Nishida.
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 Celebi 3 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Celebi's Leaf Step deals 40 damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy.
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Fates #3 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.20 |
�📦 Shining Fates Set Context
This Celebi is part of the Shining Fates expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuu Nishida, 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 cards from Shining Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuu Nishida 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: Celebi 3 was released in 2021 in the Shining Fates 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 Yuu Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Fates represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Celebi have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Celebi works best in Grass type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.