Zarude – Shining Fates (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zarude (#16) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Shining Fates released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Suctioning Vines attack (30 damage), Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.08
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Fates
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Suctioning Vines
[Grass, Colorless]
— 30
Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon. -
Jungle Blast
[Grass, Grass, Colorless]
— 110
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zarude from Shining Fates (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Zarude 16 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Zarude's Suctioning Vines deals 30 damage for Grass + Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zarude Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Fates #16 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.08 |
�📦 Shining Fates Set Context
This Zarude is part of the Shining Fates expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Zarude 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 Shining Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zarude 16 was released in 2021 in the Shining Fates expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Fates represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Zarude with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Zarude 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zarude works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.