Jirachi – Celestial Storm (#97)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Jirachi (#97) is a Rare Prism Star card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Perish Dream attack (10 damage), This Pokémon is now Asleep. At the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon will be Knocked Out.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.90, Cardmarket average sale is €3.12, Floor listings start near €0.89.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.90
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.36
- Recent low listing: €0.89
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 97
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Prism Star
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Wish Upon a Star
If you took this Pokémon as a face-down Prize card during your turn and your Bench isn't full, before you put it into your hand, you may put it onto your Bench and take 1 more Prize card.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Perish Dream
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 10
This Pokémon is now Asleep. At the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon will be Knocked Out.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Jirachi from Celestial Storm (Rare Prism Star) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Jirachi 97 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Jirachi's Perish Dream deals 10 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This Pokémon is now Asleep. At the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon will be K...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #97 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare Prism Star | $5.90 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Jirachi is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Jirachi 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 Prism Star cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Jirachi 97 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Jirachi 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 Jirachi 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Jirachi works best in Metal type decks.