Skuntank – Diamond & Pearl (#15)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Skuntank (#15) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Diamond & Pearl released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Hiroaki Ito and the Frustration attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon that doesn't have any damage counters on it. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.22, Cardmarket average sale is €1.89, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.94
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Card Number
- 15
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hiroaki Ito
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +20
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Frustration
[Darkness, Darkness]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon that doesn't have any damage counters on it. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Toxic Cloud
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon between turns.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Skuntank from Diamond & Pearl (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hiroaki Ito.
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 Skuntank 15 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Skuntank's Frustration for Darkness + Darkness energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon that doesn't have any damage counters on it. This attack does 30...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting +20 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Skuntank Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond & Pearl #15 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $3.22 |
�📦 Diamond & Pearl Set Context
This Skuntank is part of the Diamond & Pearl expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hiroaki Ito, 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 Skuntank 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
- Rare Holo cards from Diamond & Pearl are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hiroaki Ito resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Skuntank 15 was released in 2007 in the Diamond & Pearl 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 Hiroaki Ito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Diamond & Pearl is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Skuntank with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Skuntank 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Skuntank works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.