Piplup – Cosmic Eclipse (#54)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Piplup (#54) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Bubble Hold attack (80 damage), If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, it can't attack during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.15, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.15
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 54
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Prinplup
Attacks & Strategy
-
Bubble Hold
[Water, Water, Water]
— 80
If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, it can't attack during your opponent's next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Piplup from Cosmic Eclipse (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Piplup 54 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Piplup's Bubble Hold deals 80 damage for Water + Water + Water energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, it can't attack during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Piplup Cards
Looking for other Piplup cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #54 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.15 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Piplup is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Piplup 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 Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Piplup 54 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse 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 Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Piplup have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Piplup 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: Piplup works best in Water type decks.