Mewtwo – Legends Awakened (#144)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mewtwo (#144) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Shizurow and the Giga Burn attack (120 damage), Discard all Energy attached to Mewtwo.. TCGplayer market price sits around $88.00, Cardmarket average sale is €38.62, Floor listings start near €12.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $88.00
- Cardmarket trend price: €47.62
- Recent low listing: €12.00
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 144
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shizurow
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Psybarrier
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Mewtwo by your opponent's Pokémon that isn't an Evolved Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Giga Burn
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 120
Discard all Energy attached to Mewtwo.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mewtwo from Legends Awakened (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shizurow.
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 Mewtwo 144 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mewtwo's Giga Burn deals 120 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard all Energy attached to Mewtwo.
Stats Overview: 120 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #144 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $88.00 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Mewtwo is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shizurow, 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 Mewtwo 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 Lv.x cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shizurow 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: Mewtwo 144 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened 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 Shizurow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened 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 Mewtwo 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 Mewtwo 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: Mewtwo works best in Psychic type decks.