Shinx – Flashfire (#32)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shinx (#32) is a Common card from XY - Flashfire released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma and the Paralyzing Gaze attack, Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Flashfire
- Card Number
- 32
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sanosuke Sakuma
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Luxio
Attacks & Strategy
-
Paralyzing Gaze
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. - Static Shock [Lightning, Lightning] — 30
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shinx from Flashfire (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sanosuke Sakuma.
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 Shinx 32 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Shinx's Paralyzing Gaze for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Shinx Cards
Looking for other Shinx cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flashfire #32 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.19 |
�📦 Flashfire Set Context
This Shinx is part of the Flashfire expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, 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 Shinx 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 Flashfire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Shinx 32 was released in 2014 in the Flashfire 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 Sanosuke Sakuma. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Flashfire 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 Shinx 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 Shinx 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: Shinx works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.