Qwilfish – Secret Wonders (#101)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Qwilfish (#101) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kenkichi Toyama and the Nerve Shot attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.22
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 101
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kenkichi Toyama
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Balloon Sting
Once during your opponent's turn, if Qwilfish is your Active Pokémon and is damage by an attack (even if Qwilfish is Knocked Out), you may flip a coin. If heads, the Attacking Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on that Pokémon between turns.
Attacks & Strategy
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Nerve Shot
[Water, Water]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Qwilfish from Secret Wonders (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kenkichi Toyama.
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 Qwilfish 101 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Qwilfish's Nerve Shot deals 20 damage for Water + Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Qwilfish Cards
Looking for other Qwilfish cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #101 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Common | $0.31 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Qwilfish is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kenkichi Toyama, 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 Qwilfish 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kenkichi Toyama 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: Qwilfish 101 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kenkichi Toyama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 Qwilfish 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 Qwilfish 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: Qwilfish works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.