Gardevoir – Scarlet & Violet (#86)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gardevoir (#86) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet released in 2023. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Miracle Force attack (190 damage), This Pokémon recovers from all Special Conditions.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.80, Cardmarket average sale is €0.91, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.92
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet
- Card Number
- 86
- Rarity
- ✨ Double Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
- 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 Scarlet & Violet (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..
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 86 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet #86 ← Current | 310 | 1 attack | Double Rare | $0.80 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Set Context
This Gardevoir is part of the Scarlet & Violet expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., 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
- Double Rare cards from Scarlet & Violet are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. 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 86 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet 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 N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet 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
- 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.