Persian – Skyridge (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Persian (#42) is an Uncommon card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Surprise Slash attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, look at your opponent's hand. If he or she has any Trainer cards there, choose 1 of them. You opponent shuffles that card into his or her deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.53, Cardmarket average sale is €2.69, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.53
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.71
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
Attacks & Strategy
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Surprise Slash
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, look at your opponent's hand. If he or she has any Trainer cards there, choose 1 of them. You opponent shuffles that card into his or her deck. -
Lunge
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Persian from Skyridge (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Persian 42 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Persian's Surprise Slash deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, look at your opponent's hand. If he or she has any Trainer cards there, choos...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #42 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $8.53 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Persian is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Persian 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 Atsuko Nishida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Skyridge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Persian 42 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 Atsuko Nishida. 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.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Persian 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 Persian 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Persian works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.