Dusclops – Brilliant Stars (#61)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dusclops (#61) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars released in 2022. It showcases artwork by miki kudo and the Fade to Black attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.03, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.02
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Card Number
- 61
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 miki kudo
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dusknoir
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fade to Black
[Psychic]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dusclops from Brilliant Stars (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator miki kudo.
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 Dusclops 61 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Dusclops's Fade to Black deals 30 damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 90 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars #61 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.06 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Set Context
This Dusclops is part of the Brilliant Stars expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by miki kudo, 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 Dusclops 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
- Uncommon cards from Brilliant Stars are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by miki kudo 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: Dusclops 61 was released in 2022 in the Brilliant Stars 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 miki kudo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Dusclops have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Dusclops 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: Dusclops works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.