Shuckle – Secret Wonders (#109)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shuckle (#109) is a Common card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Emi Yoshida and the Ferment Poison attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. As long as the Defending Pokémon remains Poisoned by this attack, it can't use any Poké-Body.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.73, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.73
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.30
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 109
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Emi Yoshida
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Pot Shell
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Shuckle by your opponent's Pokémon that has any Special Energy cards attached to it.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Ferment Poison
[Grass, Colorless]
— 10
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. As long as the Defending Pokémon remains Poisoned by this attack, it can't use any Poké-Body.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shuckle from Secret Wonders (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Emi Yoshida.
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 Shuckle 109 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Shuckle's Ferment Poison deals 10 damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. As long as the Defending Pokémon remains Poisoned by this att...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Shuckle Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #109 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.73 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Shuckle is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Emi Yoshida, 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 Shuckle 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Emi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Shuckle 109 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders 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 Emi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Shuckle 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 Shuckle 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Shuckle works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.