Dusknoir – Stormfront (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dusknoir (#17) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Stormfront released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Tomoaki Imakuni and the Darkness Mist attack (60+ damage), If the Defending Pokémon already has 2 or more damage counters on it, this attack does 60 damage plus 20 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.99, Cardmarket average sale is €0.90, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.78
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Stormfront
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tomoaki Imakuni
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness +30
- Resistances
- Colorless -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Spirit Pulse
As long as Dusknoir is your Active Pokémon, put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon that has any Energy attached to it between turns.
Attacks & Strategy
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Darkness Mist
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
If the Defending Pokémon already has 2 or more damage counters on it, this attack does 60 damage plus 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dusknoir from Stormfront (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tomoaki Imakuni.
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 Dusknoir 17 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dusknoir's Darkness Mist deals 60+ damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon already has 2 or more damage counters on it, this attack does 60 damage plu...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness +30 • Resistant to Colorless -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormfront #17 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.99 |
�📦 Stormfront Set Context
This Dusknoir is part of the Stormfront expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tomoaki Imakuni, 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 Dusknoir 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 cards from Stormfront are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Tomoaki Imakuni 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.
More from Stormfront
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dusknoir 17 was released in 2008 in the Stormfront 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 Tomoaki Imakuni. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Stormfront 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 Dusknoir 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 Dusknoir 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: Dusknoir works best in Psychic type decks.