Minior – Celestial Storm (#83)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Minior (#83) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by sui and the Swift attack (30 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.42
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.20
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 83
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Falling Star
Once during your turn (before your attack), if this Pokémon is in your hand and your Bench isn't full, you may move your Active Pokémon to your Bench and play this Pokémon as your new Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Swift
[Fighting]
— 30
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Minior from Celestial Storm (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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 Minior 83 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Minior's Swift deals 30 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Minior Cards
Looking for other Minior cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #83 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.42 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Minior is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Minior 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
- Uncommon cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sui resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Minior 83 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Minior have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Minior 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Minior works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.