Gardevoir – Sandstorm (#96)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gardevoir (#96) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Sandstorm released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hikaru Koike and the Feedback attack, Count the number of cards in your opponent's hand. Put that many damage counters on the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $95.72, Cardmarket average sale is €183.18, Floor listings start near €7.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $95.72
- Cardmarket trend price: €44.11
- Recent low listing: €7.90
Card Details
- Set
- Sandstorm
- Card Number
- 96
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hikaru Koike
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2, Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Feedback
[Psychic, Colorless]
Count the number of cards in your opponent's hand. Put that many damage counters on the Defending Pokémon. -
Psystorm
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 10×
Does 10 damage times the total amount of Energy attached to all Pokémon in play.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gardevoir from Sandstorm (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hikaru Koike.
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 Gardevoir 96 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gardevoir's Feedback for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Count the number of cards in your opponent's hand. Put that many damage counters on the Defending Po...
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Grass ×2, Psychic ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandstorm #96 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $95.72 |
�📦 Sandstorm Set Context
This Gardevoir is part of the Sandstorm expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hikaru Koike, 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 Ex cards from Sandstorm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hikaru Koike 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gardevoir 96 was released in 2003 in the Sandstorm expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hikaru Koike. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sandstorm 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 Gardevoir with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.