Chinchou – Power Keepers (#49)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Chinchou (#49) is a Common card from EX - Power Keepers released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Positive Ion attack (10+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.33, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.36
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Power Keepers
- Card Number
- 49
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Lanturn
Attacks & Strategy
-
Positive Ion
[Lightning]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage. -
Negative Ion
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 10
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done by attacks from the Defending Pokémon is reduced by 10 (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chinchou from Power Keepers (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Chinchou 49 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Chinchou's Positive Ion deals 10+ damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Chinchou Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Keepers #49 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.33 |
�📦 Power Keepers Set Context
This Chinchou is part of the Power Keepers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Chinchou 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 Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Chinchou 49 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. 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: Lightning type Pokémon like Chinchou with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Chinchou 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Chinchou works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.