Cradily – Power Keepers (#7)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Cradily (#7) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Power Keepers released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Poison Ring attack (50 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.33, Cardmarket average sale is €2.76, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.48
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Power Keepers
- Card Number
- 7
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Evolutionary Call
Once during your turn, when you play Cradily from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon, you may search your deck for up to 3 in any combination of Basic Pokémon or Evolution cards. Show them to your opponent and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
Attacks & Strategy
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Poison Ring
[Grass, Grass, Colorless]
— 50
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cradily from Power Keepers (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Cradily 7 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Cradily's Poison Ring deals 50 damage for Grass + Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's ne...
Stats Overview: 110 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 Cradily Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Keepers #7 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $4.33 |
�📦 Power Keepers Set Context
This Cradily is part of the Power Keepers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Cradily 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 Power Keepers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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: Cradily 7 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 Ken Sugimori. 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: Grass type Pokémon like Cradily 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 Cradily 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: Cradily works best in Grass type decks.