Electivire – Ultra Prism (#44)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Electivire (#44) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Anesaki Dynamic and the Steel Short attack (60 damage), If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Metal Pokémon, it is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.37, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.25
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.38
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 44
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Anesaki Dynamic
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Steel Short
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Metal Pokémon, it is now Paralyzed. -
Volt Knuckle
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Electivire from Ultra Prism (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Anesaki Dynamic.
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 Electivire 44 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Electivire's Steel Short deals 60 damage for Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Metal Pokémon, it is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #44 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.25 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Electivire is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Anesaki Dynamic, 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 Electivire 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 Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Anesaki Dynamic resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Electivire 44 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Anesaki Dynamic. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Electivire with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Electivire 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Electivire works best in Lightning type decks.