Pelipper – Arceus (#45)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pelipper (#45) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Water Ball attack, Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Pelipper.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.35, Cardmarket average sale is €0.18, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.15
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 45
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Water Ball
[Colorless]
Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Pelipper. - Wing Attack [Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pelipper from Arceus (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Pelipper 45 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Pelipper's Water Ball for Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Pelipper.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +20 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #45 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.35 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Pelipper is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Pelipper 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 Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pelipper 45 was released in 2009 in the Arceus expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Arceus is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Pelipper 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 Pelipper 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pelipper works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.