Mew – Southern Islands (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mew (#1) is a card from Other - Southern Islands released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Keiko Fukuyama and the Rainbow Wave attack, Choose a type of Energy other than Colorless attached to Mew. This attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon of that type (including Benched Pokémon). Don't apply Weakness and Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $179.18, Cardmarket average sale is €130.83, Floor listings start near €29.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $179.18
- Cardmarket trend price: €148.00
- Recent low listing: €29.99
Card Details
- Set
- Southern Islands
- Card Number
- 1
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Keiko Fukuyama
- HP
- 30
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
Attacks & Strategy
-
Rainbow Wave
[Psychic]
Choose a type of Energy other than Colorless attached to Mew. This attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon of that type (including Benched Pokémon). Don't apply Weakness and Resistance.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mew from Southern Islands represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Keiko Fukuyama.
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 Mew 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mew's Rainbow Wave for Psychic energy. Special effect: Choose a type of Energy other than Colorless attached to Mew. This attack does 20 damage to each of ...
Stats Overview: 30 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.
� Compare Mew Cards
Looking for other Mew cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Islands #1 ← Current | 30 | 1 attack | Common | $179.18 |
�📦 Southern Islands Set Context
This Mew is part of the Southern Islands expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Keiko Fukuyama, 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 Mew 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 Keiko Fukuyama 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: Mew 1 was released in 2001 in the Southern Islands expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Keiko Fukuyama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Southern Islands 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 Mew have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mew 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: Mew works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.