Shiinotic – Lost Thunder (#148)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shiinotic (#148) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Dream's Touch attack (50 damage), If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Asleep, your opponent shuffles all Energy from it into their deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.03.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.16
- Recent low listing: €0.03
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Thunder
- Card Number
- 148
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ✨ Fairy
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Resistances
- Darkness -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Effect Spore
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), the Attacking Pokémon is now Asleep.
Attacks & Strategy
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Dream's Touch
[Fairy, Fairy]
— 50
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Asleep, your opponent shuffles all Energy from it into their deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shiinotic from Lost Thunder (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, 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 Shiinotic 148 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Shiinotic's Dream's Touch deals 50 damage for Fairy + Fairy energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Asleep, your opponent shuffles all Energy from it into their de...
Stats Overview: 100 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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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #148 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.23 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Shiinotic is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
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 Shiinotic 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
- Uncommon cards from Lost Thunder 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.
- Fairy typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Shiinotic 148 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fairy type Pokémon like Shiinotic 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 Shiinotic 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 Fairy energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Shiinotic works best in Fairy type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.