Charmander – Power Keepers (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Charmander (#48) is a Common card from EX - Power Keepers released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Sachiko Adachi and the Smokescreen attack (10 damage), If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.26, Cardmarket average sale is €0.36, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.26
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.51
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Power Keepers
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sachiko Adachi
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Charmeleon
Attacks & Strategy
-
Smokescreen
[Fire]
— 10
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Charmander from Power Keepers (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sachiko Adachi.
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 Charmander 48 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Charmander's Smokescreen deals 10 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coi...
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Charmander Cards
Looking for other Charmander cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Keepers #48 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Common | $1.26 |
�📦 Power Keepers Set Context
This Charmander is part of the Power Keepers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sachiko Adachi, 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 Charmander 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 Power Keepers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sachiko Adachi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Charmander 48 was released in 2007 in the Power Keepers expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Sachiko Adachi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Power Keepers is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Charmander 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 Charmander 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Charmander works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.