Smoochum – Unseen Forces (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Smoochum (#31) is a Rare card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Yuka Morii and the Blown Kiss attack, Put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.23, Cardmarket average sale is €2.15, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.20
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuka Morii
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Jynx
Abilities
-
Baby Evolution
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Jynx from your hand onto Smoochum (this counts as evolving Smoochum) and remove all damage counters from Smoochum.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Blown Kiss
[Colorless]
Put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Smoochum from Unseen Forces (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuka Morii.
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 Smoochum 31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Smoochum's Blown Kiss for Colorless energy. Special effect: Put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #31 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Rare | $5.23 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Smoochum is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuka Morii, 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 Smoochum 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 cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuka Morii 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Smoochum 31 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yuka Morii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces 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 Smoochum 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 Smoochum 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Smoochum works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.