Simipour – XY (#38)

Simipour Pokémon card — XY #38, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: XY expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Simipour (#38) is a Rare card from XY - XY released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Recycle attack, Put a card from your discard pile on top of your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.38, Cardmarket average sale is €0.32, Floor listings start near €0.05.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.38
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.32
  • Recent low listing: €0.05
Current Prices: €0.32 (CM) $0.38 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
XY
Card Number
38
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Kouki Saitou
HP
90
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Recycle [Colorless]
    Put a card from your discard pile on top of your deck.
  • Surf [Water, Water, Colorless] — 70

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Simipour from XY (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.

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 Simipour 38 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Simipour's Recycle for Colorless energy. Special effect: Put a card from your discard pile on top of your deck.

Stats Overview: 90 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2

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
XY #38 ← Current 90 2 attacks Rare $0.38

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�📦 XY Set Context

This Simipour is part of the XY expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Simipour card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 cards from XY are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Simipour 38 was released in 2014 in the XY 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: XY is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Simipour 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 Simipour card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Simipour works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Simipour & Explore More

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