Mystery-plate – Skyridge (#133)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mystery-plate (#133) is an Uncommon card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Hiromichi Sugiyama and the Desert Burn attack, If your opponent has 5 or more Prizes, search your deck for a Trainer card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. If your opponent has only 1 Prize, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned, Paralyzed, and Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.67, Cardmarket average sale is €1.31, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.67
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.19
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 133
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hiromichi Sugiyama
Attacks & Strategy
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Desert Burn
[Colorless]
If your opponent has 5 or more Prizes, search your deck for a Trainer card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. If your opponent has only 1 Prize, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned, Paralyzed, and Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mystery-plate from Skyridge (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hiromichi Sugiyama.
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 Mystery-plate 133 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mystery-plate's Desert Burn for Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has 5 or more Prizes, search your deck for a Trainer card, show it to your opponent...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #133 ← Current | N/A | 1 attack | Uncommon | $4.67 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Mystery-plate is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hiromichi Sugiyama, 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 Mystery-plate 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 Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hiromichi Sugiyama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mystery-plate 133 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hiromichi Sugiyama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Skyridge is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mystery-plate 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
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards