Natu – Secret Wonders (#96)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Natu (#96) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Bothering Wave attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.32, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.32
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 96
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +10
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Xatu
Attacks & Strategy
-
Bothering Wave
[Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon. -
Future Sight
[Psychic]
Look at the top 5 cards of either player's deck and put them back on top of that player's deck in any order.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Natu from Secret Wonders (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Natu 96 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Natu's Bothering Wave deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the De...
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic +10 • Resistant to Fighting -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #96 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.32 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Natu is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Natu 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
- Common cards from Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada 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: Natu 96 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 Natu with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Natu 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: Natu works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.