Mimikyu – Lost Thunder (#149)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mimikyu (#149) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Perplex attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $17.73, Cardmarket average sale is €5.88, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $17.73
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.44
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 149
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 170
- Type
- ✨ Fairy
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Perplex
[Fairy]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused. -
Let's Snuggle & Fall
[Fairy, Colorless]
— 10+
This attack does 30 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Dream Fear-GX
[Fairy]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Your opponent shuffles that Pokémon and all cards attached to it into their deck. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mimikyu from Lost Thunder (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 149 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Mimikyu's Perplex for Fairy energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Fairy Type
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #149 ← Current | 170 | 3 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $17.73 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Mimikyu is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Gx cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mimikyu 149 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Mimikyu with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in 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 Fairy energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mimikyu works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.