Sinistcha – Twilight Masquerade (#22)

Sinistcha Pokémon card — Twilight Masquerade #22, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Twilight Masquerade expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Sinistcha (#22) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Twilight Masquerade released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Cursed Drop attack, Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €11.75, Floor listings start near €12.00.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.11
  • Cardmarket trend price: €8.88
  • Recent low listing: €12.00
Current Prices: €8.88 (CM) $0.11 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Twilight Masquerade
Card Number
22
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Kouki Saitou
HP
70
Type
🌿 Grass
Regulation Mark
Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Fire ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Cursed Drop [Grass]
    Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like.
  • Spill the Tea [Grass] — 70×
    Discard up to 3 Grass Energy cards from your Pokémon. This attack does 70 damage for each card you discarded in this way.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (70.0 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Sinistcha from Twilight Masquerade (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Sinistcha 22 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Sinistcha's Cursed Drop for Grass energy. Special effect: Put 4 damage counters on your opponent's Pokémon in any way you like.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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
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�📦 Twilight Masquerade Set Context

This Sinistcha is part of the Twilight Masquerade expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.

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 Sinistcha 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 Twilight Masquerade 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.
  • Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Sinistcha 22 was released in 2024 in the Twilight Masquerade expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet 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: Twilight Masquerade is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.

Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Sinistcha with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Sinistcha 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 Grass energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Sinistcha works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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