Keldeo – Sword & Shield (#53)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Keldeo (#53) is a Rare Holo V card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Igarashi and the Wave Splash attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.95, Cardmarket average sale is €1.65, Floor listings start near €0.70.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.95
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.55
- Recent low listing: €0.70
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 53
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo V
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Igarashi
- HP
- 210
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Wave Splash
[Water]
— 40
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Secret Sword
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
This attack does 30 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Keldeo from Sword & Shield (Rare Holo V) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Igarashi.
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 Keldeo 53 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Keldeo's Wave Splash deals 40 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 210 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Keldeo Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #53 ← Current | 210 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo V | $0.95 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Keldeo is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Igarashi, 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 Keldeo 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 Holo V cards from Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Igarashi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Keldeo 53 was released in 2020 in the Sword & Shield expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by PLANETA Igarashi. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Keldeo with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Keldeo 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Keldeo works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.