Cresselia – Boundaries Crossed (#143)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Cresselia (#143) is a Rare Ultra card from Black & White - Boundaries Crossed released in 2012. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Psychic Protection attack (90 damage), During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon has no Weakness.. TCGplayer market price sits around $45.28, Cardmarket average sale is €35.17, Floor listings start near €5.45.
- TCGplayer market price: $45.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €45.06
- Recent low listing: €5.45
Card Details
- Set
- Boundaries Crossed
- Card Number
- 143
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Sparkling Particles
At any time between turns, heal 10 damage from this Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Psychic Protection
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon has no Weakness.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cresselia from Boundaries Crossed (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Cresselia 143 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Cresselia's Psychic Protection deals 90 damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon has no Weakness.
Stats Overview: 170 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 Cresselia Cards
Looking for other Cresselia cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundaries Crossed #143 ← Current | 170 | 1 attack | Rare Ultra | $45.28 |
�📦 Boundaries Crossed Set Context
This Cresselia is part of the Boundaries Crossed expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Cresselia card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Boundaries Crossed are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Cresselia 143 was released in 2012 in the Boundaries Crossed expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Cresselia is among the premium chase cards from Boundaries Crossed. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Boundaries Crossed 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 Cresselia have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Cresselia card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Cresselia works best in Psychic type decks.