Dragapult – Shining Fates Shiny Vault (#SV062)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dragapult (#SV062) is a Rare Shiny card from Sword & Shield - Shining Fates Shiny Vault released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Phantom Force attack (120 damage), Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Benched Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.62, Cardmarket average sale is €1.74, Floor listings start near €0.80.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.78
- Recent low listing: €0.80
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Fates Shiny Vault
- Card Number
- SV062
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Shiny
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
Abilities
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Infiltrator
If any damage is done to this Pokémon by attacks, flip a coin. If heads, prevent that damage.
Attacks & Strategy
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Phantom Force
[Psychic, Psychic]
— 120
Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Benched Pokémon in any way you like.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dragapult from Shining Fates Shiny Vault (Rare Shiny) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Dragapult SV062 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Dragapult's Phantom Force deals 120 damage for Psychic + Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Benched Pokémon in any way you like.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Fates Shiny Vault #SV062 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Shiny | $1.62 |
�📦 Shining Fates Shiny Vault Set Context
This Dragapult is part of the Shining Fates Shiny Vault expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 Dragapult 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 Shiny cards from Shining Fates Shiny Vault are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito 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: Dragapult SV062 was released in 2021 in the Shining Fates Shiny Vault expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Fates Shiny Vault represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Dragapult 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 Dragapult 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: Dragapult works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.