Lumineon – Stormfront (#4)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lumineon (#4) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Stormfront released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kent Kanetsuna and the Quick Swim attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.37, Cardmarket average sale is €1.51, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.60
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Stormfront
- Card Number
- 4
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kent Kanetsuna
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
Abilities
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Fin Luster
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Lumineon is your Active Pokémon, you may look at your opponent's hand. If your opponent's Bench isn't full, choose 1 Basic Pokémon from your opponent's hand, and put it onto his or her Bench. Then, switch it with the Defending Pokémon. This power can't be used if Lumineon is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Quick Swim
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Elegant Swim
[Water]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Lumineon during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lumineon from Stormfront (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kent Kanetsuna.
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 Lumineon 4 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Lumineon's Quick Swim . Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damag...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormfront #4 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $3.37 |
�📦 Stormfront Set Context
This Lumineon is part of the Stormfront expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kent Kanetsuna, 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 Lumineon 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 cards from Stormfront are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kent Kanetsuna 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.
More from Stormfront
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lumineon 4 was released in 2008 in the Stormfront 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 Kent Kanetsuna. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Stormfront 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 Lumineon 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 Lumineon 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: Lumineon works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.