Musharna – Plasma Blast (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Musharna (#40) is an Uncommon card from Black & White - Plasma Blast released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Precognitive Dream attack, Draw 3 cards. This Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.25, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.29
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Blast
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Precognitive Dream
[Psychic]
Draw 3 cards. This Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Psybeam
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Musharna from Plasma Blast (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Musharna 40 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Musharna's Precognitive Dream for Psychic energy. Special effect: Draw 3 cards. This Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 100 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 Musharna Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Blast #40 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.28 |
�📦 Plasma Blast Set Context
This Musharna is part of the Plasma Blast expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Musharna 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 Plasma Blast are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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: Musharna 40 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Blast expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Blast 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 Musharna 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 Musharna 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: Musharna works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.