Kirlia – Secret Wonders (#53)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kirlia (#53) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Psychic Research attack, Search your discard pile for a Supporter card and use the effect of that card as the effect of this attack. (The Supporter card remains in your discard pile.). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.03, Cardmarket average sale is €0.95, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.03
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.00
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 53
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Psychic Research
[Psychic]
Search your discard pile for a Supporter card and use the effect of that card as the effect of this attack. (The Supporter card remains in your discard pile.) -
Telekinesis
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kirlia from Secret Wonders (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 53 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Kirlia's Psychic Research for Psychic energy. Special effect: Search your discard pile for a Supporter card and use the effect of that card as the effect of this ...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Psychic Type • Weak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #53 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $1.03 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Kirlia is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda 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 53 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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.