Cresselia – Great Encounters (#103)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Cresselia (#103) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Diamond & Pearl - Great Encounters released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Moon Skip attack (40 damage), If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, take 1 more Prize card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $29.50, Cardmarket average sale is €24.23, Floor listings start near €3.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $29.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €24.14
- Recent low listing: €3.00
Card Details
- Set
- Great Encounters
- Card Number
- 103
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Full Moon Dance
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may move 1 damage counter from either player's Pokémon to another Pokémon (yours or your opponent's). This power can't be used if Cresselia is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Moon Skip
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 40
If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, take 1 more Prize card.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cresselia from Great Encounters (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
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 103 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Cresselia's Moon Skip deals 40 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out by this attack, take 1 more Prize card.
Stats Overview: 100 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Encounters #103 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $29.50 |
�📦 Great Encounters Set Context
This Cresselia is part of the Great Encounters expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, 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: 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 Lv.x cards from Great Encounters are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow 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 103 was released in 2008 in the Great Encounters expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shizurow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Great Encounters 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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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
- 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.