Gothitelle – Emerging Powers (#47)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gothitelle (#47) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Emerging Powers released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Madkinesis attack (30+ damage), Does 20 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.35, Cardmarket average sale is €2.40, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.18
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Emerging Powers
- Card Number
- 47
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Magic Room
As long as this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, your opponent can't play any Item cards from his or her hand.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Madkinesis
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 20 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gothitelle from Emerging Powers (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Gothitelle 47 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gothitelle's Madkinesis deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 more damage for each Psychic Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 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.
� Compare Gothitelle Cards
Looking for other Gothitelle cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerging Powers #47 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $1.35 |
�📦 Emerging Powers Set Context
This Gothitelle is part of the Emerging Powers expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Gothitelle 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 Emerging Powers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Gothitelle 47 was released in 2011 in the Emerging Powers expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Emerging Powers 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 Gothitelle 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 Gothitelle 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: Gothitelle works best in Psychic type decks.