Oranguru – Crimson Invasion (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Oranguru (#48) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Crimson Invasion released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Yoshinobu Saito and the Fixer of the Forest attack, Put 3 Pokémon Tool cards from your discard pile into your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.21, Cardmarket average sale is €0.27, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.22
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Crimson Invasion
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yoshinobu Saito
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fixer of the Forest
[Psychic]
Put 3 Pokémon Tool cards from your discard pile into your hand. - Zen Headbutt [Psychic, Colorless, Colorless] — 70
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Oranguru from Crimson Invasion (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yoshinobu Saito.
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 Oranguru 48 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Oranguru's Fixer of the Forest for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 3 Pokémon Tool cards from your discard pile into your hand.
Stats Overview: 110 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Invasion #48 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.21 |
�📦 Crimson Invasion Set Context
This Oranguru is part of the Crimson Invasion expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yoshinobu Saito, 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 Oranguru 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
- Rare cards from Crimson Invasion are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yoshinobu Saito 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: Oranguru 48 was released in 2017 in the Crimson Invasion 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 Yoshinobu Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crimson Invasion represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Oranguru 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 Oranguru 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: Oranguru works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.