Starmie – Deoxys (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Starmie (#48) is an Uncommon card from EX - Deoxys released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Yukiko Baba and the Energy Flip attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) You may move an Energy attached to that Pokémon to another of your opponent's Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.52, Cardmarket average sale is €2.03, Floor listings start near €0.19.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.52
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.74
- Recent low listing: €0.19
Card Details
- Set
- Deoxys
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yukiko Baba
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Core Guard
As long as Starmie has any Psychic Energy attached to it, damage done to Starmie by attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Energy Flip
[Water]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) You may move an Energy attached to that Pokémon to another of your opponent's Pokémon. -
Psychic Boom
[Psychic]
— 10+
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Starmie from Deoxys (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yukiko Baba.
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 Starmie 48 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Starmie's Energy Flip for Water energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't appl...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deoxys #48 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $1.52 |
�📦 Deoxys Set Context
This Starmie is part of the Deoxys expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yukiko Baba, 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 Starmie 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
- Uncommon cards from Deoxys are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yukiko Baba 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.
More from Deoxys
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Starmie 48 was released in 2005 in the Deoxys 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 Yukiko Baba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Deoxys 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 Starmie 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 Starmie 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: Starmie works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.