Starmie – Rising Rivals (#50)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Starmie (#50) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Synchro Gain attack (20 damage), If Starmie and the Defending Pokémon have the same amount of Energy attached to them, remove 4 damage counters from Starmie.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €0.21, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.42
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.14
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 50
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
Abilities
-
Aqua Recycle
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your discard pile for a Water Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. This power can't be used if Starmie is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Synchro Gain
[Colorless]
— 20
If Starmie and the Defending Pokémon have the same amount of Energy attached to them, remove 4 damage counters from Starmie. -
Powerful Spin
[Water]
— 40
Starmie can't attack during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Starmie from Rising Rivals (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 50 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Starmie's Synchro Gain deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If Starmie and the Defending Pokémon have the same amount of Energy attached to them, remove 4 damag...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #50 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.42 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Starmie is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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: Starmie 50 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals 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.