Xatu – Secret Wonders (#44)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Xatu (#44) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki and the Energy Singe attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.59, Cardmarket average sale is €0.75, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.77
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 44
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sumiyoshi Kizuki
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic +10
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Psychic Shift
Once during your turn, if Xatu is on your Bench, you may choose 1 Special Condition from 1 of your Active Pokémon and remove that Special Condition. Then, 1 of the Defending Pokémon is now affected by that Special Condition that you chose.
Attacks & Strategy
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Energy Singe
[Psychic, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Xatu from Secret Wonders (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
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 Xatu 44 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Xatu's Energy Singe for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy ...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic +10 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Xatu Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #44 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.59 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Xatu is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki, 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 Xatu 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
- Rare cards from Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sumiyoshi Kizuki 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: Xatu 44 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 Xatu have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Xatu 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: Xatu works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.