Walrein – Mysterious Treasures (#39)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Walrein (#39) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Mysterious Treasures released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Ice Bind attack (70 damage), If your opponent doesn't discard a card from his or her hand, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.51, Cardmarket average sale is €0.48, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.51
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.33
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Mysterious Treasures
- Card Number
- 39
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal +30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Freeze-up
Once during your turn, when you play Walrein from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon, you may flip 2 coins. If both are heads, discard 1 of the Defending Pokémon and all cards attached to it. (This doesn't count as a Knocked Out Pokémon.)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ice Bind
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 70
If your opponent doesn't discard a card from his or her hand, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Walrein from Mysterious Treasures (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Walrein 39 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Walrein's Ice Bind deals 70 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent doesn't discard a card from his or her hand, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal +30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Walrein Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mysterious Treasures #39 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.51 |
�📦 Mysterious Treasures Set Context
This Walrein is part of the Mysterious Treasures expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Walrein 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 Mysterious Treasures are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada 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: Walrein 39 was released in 2007 in the Mysterious Treasures 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 Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Mysterious Treasures 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 Walrein 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 Walrein 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: Walrein works best in Water type decks.