Mimikyu – Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery (#TG16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mimikyu (#TG16) is a Rare Holo V card from Sword & Shield - Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery released in 2022. It showcases artwork by saino misaki and the Jealous Eyes attack, Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Active Pokémon for each Prize card your opponent has taken.. TCGplayer market price sits around $40.65, Cardmarket average sale is €26.23, Floor listings start near €15.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $40.65
- Cardmarket trend price: €30.22
- Recent low listing: €15.00
Card Details
- Set
- Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery
- Card Number
- TG16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo V
- Illustrator
- 🎨 saino misaki
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Dummy Doll
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may prevent all damage done to this Mimikyu V by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon until the end of your opponent's next turn.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Jealous Eyes
[Psychic]
Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Active Pokémon for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mimikyu from Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery (Rare Holo V) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator saino misaki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mimikyu TG16 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Mimikyu's Jealous Eyes for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Active Pokémon for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery #TG16 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo V | $40.65 |
�📦 Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery Set Context
This Mimikyu is part of the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by saino misaki, 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 Mimikyu 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 V cards from Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by saino misaki 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: Mimikyu TG16 was released in 2022 in the Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by saino misaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Mimikyu have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mimikyu 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: Mimikyu works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.