Grumpig – Crystal Guardians (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Grumpig (#20) is a Rare card from EX - Crystal Guardians released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Circular Steps attack (10× damage), Does 10 damage times the number of Pokémon in play (both yours and your opponent's), excluding Grumpig.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.56, Cardmarket average sale is €1.08, Floor listings start near €0.14.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.56
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.71
- Recent low listing: €0.14
Card Details
- Set
- Crystal Guardians
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Thick Fat
Any damage done to Grumpig by attacks from Fire Pokémon and Water Pokémon is reduced by 30 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Circular Steps
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 10×
Does 10 damage times the number of Pokémon in play (both yours and your opponent's), excluding Grumpig.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Grumpig from Crystal Guardians (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Grumpig 20 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Grumpig's Circular Steps deals 10× damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 10 damage times the number of Pokémon in play (both yours and your opponent's), excluding Grump...
Stats Overview: 80 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 Grumpig Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Guardians #20 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.56 |
�📦 Crystal Guardians Set Context
This Grumpig is part of the Crystal Guardians expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Grumpig 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 Crystal Guardians are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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: Grumpig 20 was released in 2006 in the Crystal Guardians 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crystal Guardians 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 Grumpig have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Grumpig 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: Grumpig works best in Psychic type decks.