Gulpin – Celestial Storm (#57)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gulpin (#57) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Yuka Morii and the Yawn attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.11, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.14
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 57
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuka Morii
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Swalot
Attacks & Strategy
-
Yawn
[Colorless]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Spit Poison
[Psychic]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gulpin from Celestial Storm (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuka Morii.
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 Gulpin 57 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gulpin's Yawn for Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 60 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 Gulpin Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #57 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.31 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Gulpin is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuka Morii, 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 Gulpin 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
- Common cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuka Morii 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: Gulpin 57 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 Yuka Morii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Gulpin with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gulpin 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: Gulpin works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.