Kirlia – Dragon Frontiers (#32)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kirlia (#32) is an Uncommon card from EX - Dragon Frontiers released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Hajime Kusajima and the Psyshock attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.72, Cardmarket average sale is €1.11, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.72
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.74
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Frontiers
- Card Number
- 32
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hajime Kusajima
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Psyshock
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. -
Link Blast
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
If Kirlia and the Defending Pokémon have a different amount of Energy attached to them, this attack's base damage is 30 instead of 60.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kirlia from Dragon Frontiers (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hajime Kusajima.
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 Kirlia 32 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Kirlia's Psyshock deals 20 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 70 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Frontiers #32 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.72 |
�📦 Dragon Frontiers Set Context
This Kirlia is part of the Dragon Frontiers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hajime Kusajima, 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 Kirlia 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 Dragon Frontiers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hajime Kusajima 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: Kirlia 32 was released in 2006 in the Dragon Frontiers 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 Hajime Kusajima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon Frontiers is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Kirlia 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 Kirlia 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: Kirlia works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.