Girafarig – Legend Maker (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Girafarig (#16) is a Rare card from EX - Legend Maker released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Foresight attack, Look at the top 5 cards on either player's deck and put them back on top of that player's deck in any order you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.71, Cardmarket average sale is €2.75, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.56
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Legend Maker
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Aya Kusube
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Rear Sensor
Each player's Active Basic Pokémon (excluding Pokémon-ex) can't use any Poké-Powers.
Attacks & Strategy
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Foresight
[Colorless]
Look at the top 5 cards on either player's deck and put them back on top of that player's deck in any order you like. -
Disorder
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20
If the Defending Pokémon has any Special Energy cards attached to it, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Girafarig from Legend Maker (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.
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 Girafarig 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Girafarig's Foresight for Colorless energy. Special effect: Look at the top 5 cards on either player's deck and put them back on top of that player's deck in an...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend Maker #16 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare | $2.71 |
�📦 Legend Maker Set Context
This Girafarig is part of the Legend Maker expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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 Girafarig 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 Legend Maker are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Aya Kusube 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: Girafarig 16 was released in 2006 in the Legend Maker 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 Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legend Maker 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 Girafarig 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 Girafarig 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: Girafarig works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.