Wishiwashi – Darkness Ablaze (#50)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wishiwashi (#50) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Darkness Ablaze released in 2020. It showcases artwork by sui and the Deep Sea Swirl attack, Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 8 cards.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.05, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.05
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Card Number
- 50
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 30
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Deep Sea Swirl
[Colorless]
Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 8 cards. - Wave Splash [Water] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wishiwashi from Darkness Ablaze (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Wishiwashi 50 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Wishiwashi's Deep Sea Swirl for Colorless energy. Special effect: Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 8 cards.
Stats Overview: 30 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.
� Compare Wishiwashi Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze #50 ← Current | 30 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.05 |
�📦 Darkness Ablaze Set Context
This Wishiwashi is part of the Darkness Ablaze expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Wishiwashi 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
- Common cards from Darkness Ablaze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sui 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: Wishiwashi 50 was released in 2020 in the Darkness Ablaze expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by sui. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Darkness Ablaze represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Wishiwashi with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Wishiwashi 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: Wishiwashi works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.