Yveltal – Unified Minds (#139)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Yveltal (#139) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by sui and the Blow Through attack (20+ damage), If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.53, Cardmarket average sale is €0.96, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.53
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.86
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 139
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sui
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Blow Through
[Darkness]
— 20+
If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage. -
Shadow Impact
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 120
Put 3 damage counters on 1 of your Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Yveltal from Unified Minds (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, 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 Yveltal 139 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Yveltal's Blow Through deals 20+ damage for Darkness energy. Special effect: If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 20 more damage.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #139 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.53 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Yveltal is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
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 Yveltal 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 Holo cards from Unified Minds 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.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Yveltal 139 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon 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: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Yveltal 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 Yveltal 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Yveltal works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.