Weakness-guard-energy – Unified Minds (#258)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Weakness-guard-energy (#258) is a Rare Secret card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.91, Cardmarket average sale is €6.70, Floor listings start near €2.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.91
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.98
- Recent low listing: €2.90
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 258
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Weakness-guard-energy from Unified Minds (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card showcases quality artwork.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Weakness-guard-energy 258 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #258 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Rare Secret | $6.91 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Weakness-guard-energy is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Weakness-guard-energy card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Secret cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Weakness-guard-energy 258 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Weakness-guard-energy is among the premium chase cards from Unified Minds. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Weakness-guard-energy card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards