Mareep – EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun (#5)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mareep (#5) is a card from EX - EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Minor Errand-Running attack, Search your deck for a basic Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward..
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Card Details
- Set
- EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun
- Card Number
- 5
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Flaaffy
Attacks & Strategy
-
Minor Errand-Running
[Colorless]
Search your deck for a basic Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. -
Quick Attack
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mareep from EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Mareep 5 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mareep's Minor Errand-Running for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a basic Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuff...
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mareep Cards
Looking for other Mareep cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun #5 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun Set Context
This Mareep is part of the EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Mareep 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
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mareep 5 was released in 2006 in the EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun 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 Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: EX Trainer Kit 2 Minun is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Mareep 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 Mareep 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mareep works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.