Shiftry – Diamond & Pearl (#14)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shiftry (#14) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Diamond & Pearl released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Spirit Dance attack (50+ damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.96, Cardmarket average sale is €1.96, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.96
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.69
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Card Number
- 14
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +30
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Darkness Fan
Once during your turn (before your attack), if Shiftry is your Active Pokémon, you may flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 Evolved Pokémon on your opponent's Bench, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from that Pokémon, and put it back into his or her hand. This power can't be used if Shiftry is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Spirit Dance
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 50+
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shiftry from Diamond & Pearl (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Shiftry 14 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Shiftry's Spirit Dance deals 50+ damage for Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting +30 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond & Pearl #14 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $3.96 |
�📦 Diamond & Pearl Set Context
This Shiftry is part of the Diamond & Pearl expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Shiftry 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 Diamond & Pearl are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Shiftry 14 was released in 2007 in the Diamond & Pearl 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Diamond & Pearl is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Shiftry 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 Shiftry 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Shiftry works best in Darkness type decks.