Rotom – Majestic Dawn (#13)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rotom (#13) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Majestic Dawn released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Dual Trans attack, Search your discard pile for up to 2 basic Energy cards and attach them to 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.71, Cardmarket average sale is €3.60, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.82
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Majestic Dawn
- Card Number
- 13
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Darkness +20
- Resistances
- Colorless -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Dual Trans
Search your discard pile for up to 2 basic Energy cards and attach them to 1 of your Pokémon.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Reflect Energy
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 30
Move an Energy card attached to Rotom to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rotom from Majestic Dawn (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Rotom 13 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Rotom's Dual Trans . Special effect: Search your discard pile for up to 2 basic Energy cards and attach them to 1 of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Darkness +20 • Resistant to Colorless -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Rotom Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Dawn #13 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $6.71 |
�📦 Majestic Dawn Set Context
This Rotom is part of the Majestic Dawn expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Rotom 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
- Rare Holo cards from Majestic Dawn are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rotom 13 was released in 2008 in the Majestic Dawn 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 Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Majestic Dawn is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Rotom 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 Rotom 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Rotom works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.