Ralts – Ancient Origins (#52)

Ralts Pokémon card — Ancient Origins #52, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Ancient Origins expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Ralts (#52) is a Common card from XY - Ancient Origins released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Mumble attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.20, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.20
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.08
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.08 (CM) $0.20 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Ancient Origins
Card Number
52
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Aya Kusube
HP
60
Type
✨ Fairy
Weaknesses
Metal ×2
Resistances
Darkness -20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Kirlia

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mumble [Colorless] — 10
  • Magical Shot [Fairy, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Kirlia for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Ralts from Ancient Origins (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.

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 Ralts 52 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Ralts's Mumble deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 60 HP • Fairy Type • Weak to Metal ×2 • Resistant to Darkness -20

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Ancient Origins Set Context

This Ralts is part of the Ancient Origins expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Ralts card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Ancient Origins are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Aya Kusube resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Ralts 52 was released in 2015 in the Ancient Origins expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Ancient Origins is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Ralts 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 Ralts card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fairy energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Ralts works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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