Unown – Unseen Forces (#V)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Unown (#V) is a Rare card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Koizumi and the Hidden Power attack (20+ damage), Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Basic Pokémon and each Evolution card in your discard pile. You can't add more than 60 damage in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $12.83, Cardmarket average sale is €8.65, Floor listings start near €4.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $12.83
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.94
- Recent low listing: €4.90
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- V
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Koizumi
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Shuffle
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for another Unown and switch it with Unown. (Any cards attached to Unown, damage counters, Special Conditions, and effects on it are now on the new Pokémon.) If you do, put Unown on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. You can't use more than 1 Shuffle Poké-Power each turn.
Attacks & Strategy
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Hidden Power
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 20+
Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Basic Pokémon and each Evolution card in your discard pile. You can't add more than 60 damage in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Unown from Unseen Forces (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Koizumi.
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 Unown V is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Unown's Hidden Power deals 20+ damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Basic Pokémon and each Evolution card in your discard pi...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 #V ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Rare | $12.83 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Unown is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Koizumi, 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 Unown 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 Kyoko Koizumi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Unown V 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 Kyoko Koizumi. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Unown 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 Unown 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Unown works best in Psychic type decks.