Wobbuffet – Phantom Forces (#36)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wobbuffet (#36) is an Uncommon card from XY - Phantom Forces released in 2014. It showcases artwork by sui and the Psychic Assault attack (10+ damage), This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.16, Cardmarket average sale is €0.77, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.16
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.92
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Phantom Forces
- Card Number
- 36
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Bide Barricade
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, each Pokémon in play, in each player's hand, and in each player's discard pile has no Abilities (except for Psychic Pokémon).
Attacks & Strategy
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Psychic Assault
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 10+
This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wobbuffet from Phantom Forces (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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 36 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Wobbuffet's Psychic Assault deals 10+ damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 110 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Forces #36 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $1.16 |
�📦 Phantom Forces Set Context
This Wobbuffet is part of the Phantom Forces expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
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 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 Phantom Forces 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.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Wobbuffet 36 was released in 2014 in the Phantom Forces expansion. This set is part of the XY 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: Phantom 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 Wobbuffet have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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.