Wobbuffet – Holon Phantoms (#56)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wobbuffet (#56) is an Uncommon card from EX - Holon Phantoms released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Katsura Tabata and the Call for Friends attack, Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.79, Cardmarket average sale is €0.56, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.79
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.48
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Holon Phantoms
- Card Number
- 56
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Katsura Tabata
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Call for Friends
[Colorless]
Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward. -
Retaliate
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 10×
Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Wobbuffet.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wobbuffet from Holon Phantoms (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Katsura Tabata.
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 Wobbuffet 56 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Wobbuffet's Call for Friends for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward...
Stats Overview: 70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holon Phantoms #56 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.79 |
�📦 Holon Phantoms Set Context
This Wobbuffet is part of the Holon Phantoms expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Katsura Tabata, 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 Wobbuffet 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 Holon Phantoms are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Katsura Tabata 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: Wobbuffet 56 was released in 2006 in the Holon Phantoms 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 Katsura Tabata. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Holon Phantoms 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 Wobbuffet 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 Wobbuffet 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: Wobbuffet works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.