Wormadam-trash-cloak – Arceus (#51)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wormadam-trash-cloak (#51) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Cloak Shard attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. If you have Wormadam Plant Cloak in play, this attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon instead. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.34, Cardmarket average sale is €0.18, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.34
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.19
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 51
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire +20
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Cloak Shard
[Metal]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. If you have Wormadam Plant Cloak in play, this attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon instead. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Serve Trash
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
You may search your opponent's discard pile for any 1 card, show it to your opponent, and put it on top of his or her deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wormadam-trash-cloak from Arceus (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Wormadam-trash-cloak 51 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Wormadam-trash-cloak's Cloak Shard for Metal energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. If you have Wormada...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire +20 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #51 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.34 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Wormadam-trash-cloak is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Wormadam-trash-cloak 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 Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Wormadam-trash-cloak 51 was released in 2009 in the Arceus expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Miki Tanaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Arceus is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Wormadam-trash-cloak 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 Wormadam-trash-cloak 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Wormadam-trash-cloak works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.