Light-golduck – Neo Destiny (#47)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Light-golduck (#47) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Flipper Stroke attack, Your opponent looks at the top 3 cards of his or her deck. If any of them are basic Energy cards, he or she may show any number of them to you and put them into his or her hand. You do the same. Either way, each player shuffles his or her deck.. Cardmarket average sale is €3.54, Floor listings start near €0.18.
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.58
- Recent low listing: €0.18
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 47
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Flipper Stroke
[Water]
Your opponent looks at the top 3 cards of his or her deck. If any of them are basic Energy cards, he or she may show any number of them to you and put them into his or her hand. You do the same. Either way, each player shuffles his or her deck. -
Core Blast
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
This attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Special Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Light-golduck from Neo Destiny (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Light-golduck 47 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Light-golduck's Flipper Stroke for Water energy. Special effect: Your opponent looks at the top 3 cards of his or her deck. If any of them are basic Energy cards, he...
Stats Overview: 80 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #47 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Light-golduck is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Light-golduck 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 Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Atsuko Nishida 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: Light-golduck 47 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Light-golduck 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 Light-golduck 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: Light-golduck works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.