Giratina – Unified Minds (#86)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Giratina (#86) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Misa Tsutsui and the Fade to Black attack (70 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.33, Cardmarket average sale is €3.33, Floor listings start near €0.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.33
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.37
- Recent low listing: €0.99
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 86
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Misa Tsutsui
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Dimension Breach
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may discard a Special Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fade to Black
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Giratina from Unified Minds (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Misa Tsutsui.
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 Giratina 86 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Giratina's Fade to Black deals 70 damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #86 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $5.33 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Giratina is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Misa Tsutsui, 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 Giratina 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 Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Misa Tsutsui 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: Giratina 86 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Misa Tsutsui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Giratina have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Giratina 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: Giratina works best in Psychic type decks.