Illumise – Sandstorm (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Illumise (#38) is an Uncommon card from EX - Sandstorm released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the Chaotic Noise attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.42, Cardmarket average sale is €1.49, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.42
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.94
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Sandstorm
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Umemoto
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Glowing Screen
As long as Volbeat is in play, any damage done to Illumise by attacks from Fighting Pokémon and Darkness Pokémon is reduced by 30. You can't reduce more than 30 damage even if there is more than 1 Volbeat in play.
Attacks & Strategy
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Chaotic Noise
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Pester
[Grass, Colorless]
— 20+
If the Defending Pokémon is affected by a Special Condition, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Illumise from Sandstorm (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Umemoto.
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 Illumise 38 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Illumise's Chaotic Noise for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandstorm #38 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $1.42 |
�📦 Sandstorm Set Context
This Illumise is part of the Sandstorm expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Umemoto, 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 Illumise 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
- Uncommon cards from Sandstorm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kyoko Umemoto resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Sandstorm
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Illumise 38 was released in 2003 in the Sandstorm 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 Kyoko Umemoto. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sandstorm is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Illumise 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 Illumise 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Illumise works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.