Gardevoir – Chilling Reign (#61)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gardevoir (#61) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by kodama and the Brainwave attack (60+ damage), This attack does 30 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.58, Cardmarket average sale is €1.07, Floor listings start near €0.03.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.97
- Recent low listing: €0.03
Card Details
- Set
- Chilling Reign
- Card Number
- 61
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kodama
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shining Arcana
Once during your turn, you may look at the top 2 cards of your deck and attach any number of basic Energy cards you find there to your Pokémon in any way you like. Put the other cards into your hand.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Brainwave
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 30 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gardevoir from Chilling Reign (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kodama.
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 Gardevoir 61 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Gardevoir's Brainwave deals 60+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Gardevoir Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilling Reign #61 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.58 |
�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context
This Gardevoir is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kodama, 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 Gardevoir 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 cards from Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kodama 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: Gardevoir 61 was released in 2021 in the Chilling Reign 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 kodama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Chilling Reign represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Gardevoir 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 Gardevoir 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: Gardevoir works best in Psychic type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.