Jirachi – Legends Awakened (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Jirachi (#31) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Satoshi Ohta and the One Desire attack, Search your deck for any 1 card. Shuffle your deck, then put that card on top of your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.24, Cardmarket average sale is €1.16, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.24
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.01
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Satoshi Ohta
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire +20
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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One Desire
Search your deck for any 1 card. Shuffle your deck, then put that card on top of your deck.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Doom Desire
[Metal, Metal]
Discard all Energy attached to Jirachi. The Defending Pokémon is Knocked Out at the end of your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Jirachi from Legends Awakened (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Satoshi Ohta.
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 Jirachi 31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Jirachi's One Desire . Special effect: Search your deck for any 1 card. Shuffle your deck, then put that card on top of your deck.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire +20 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #31 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare | $8.24 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Jirachi is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Satoshi Ohta, 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 cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Satoshi Ohta 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 31 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Satoshi Ohta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Jirachi 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 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.