Numel – Deoxys (#68)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Numel (#68) is a Common card from EX - Deoxys released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Tomokazu Komiya and the Ram attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.32, Cardmarket average sale is €0.39, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.32
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.45
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Deoxys
- Card Number
- 68
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tomokazu Komiya
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Camerupt
Abilities
-
Dense
Any damage done to Numel by attacks from Evolved Pokémon (both yours and your opponent's) is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
- Ram [Colorless] — 10
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Numel from Deoxys (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tomokazu Komiya.
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 Numel 68 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Numel's Ram deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Numel Cards
Looking for other Numel cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Deoxys #68 ← Current | 40 | 1 attack | Common | $0.32 |
�📦 Deoxys Set Context
This Numel is part of the Deoxys expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tomokazu Komiya, 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 Numel 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 Deoxys are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Tomokazu Komiya resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Numel 68 was released in 2005 in the Deoxys expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Tomokazu Komiya. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Deoxys is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Numel have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Numel 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Numel works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.