Gardevoir – Paldean Fates (#233)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gardevoir (#233) is a Special Illustration Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldean Fates released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Kuroimori and the Miracle Force attack (190 damage), This Pokémon recovers from all Special Conditions.. TCGplayer market price sits around $84.50, Cardmarket average sale is €88.67, Floor listings start near €64.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $84.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €82.24
- Recent low listing: €64.99
Card Details
- Set
- Paldean Fates
- Card Number
- 233
- Rarity
- ✨ Special Illustration Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kuroimori
- HP
- 310
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Psychic Embrace
As often as you like during your turn, you may attach a Basic Psychic Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Psychic Pokémon. If you attached Energy to a Pokémon in this way, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon. You can't use this Ability on a Pokémon that would be Knocked Out.
Attacks & Strategy
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Miracle Force
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 190
This Pokémon recovers from all Special Conditions.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (63.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gardevoir from Paldean Fates (Special Illustration Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kuroimori.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gardevoir 233 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Gardevoir's Miracle Force deals 190 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: This Pokémon recovers from all Special Conditions.
Stats Overview: 310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldean Fates #233 ← Current | 310 | 1 attack | Special Illustration Rare | $84.50 |
�📦 Paldean Fates Set Context
This Gardevoir is part of the Paldean Fates expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024. As a Special Illustration Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kuroimori, 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: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Special Illustration Rare cards from Paldean Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kuroimori 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 233 was released in 2024 in the Paldean Fates expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kuroimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Special Illustration Rare card, this Gardevoir is among the premium chase cards from Paldean Fates. Illustration Rare cards feature stunning full-art illustrations that showcase the Pokémon in unique scenes and perspectives. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Paldean Fates is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Gardevoir with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. 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
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.