Illumise [Reverse Holo] - Pokemon Sandstorm #38
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Illumise [Reverse Holo] Card Facts & History
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Card History
This card is one half of a deliberate EX Sandstorm duo, because Illumise’s Glowing Screen Poké-Body only works while Volbeat is in play and the matching Volbeat from the same set also references Illumise.
In-Game
Illumise’s Ruby and Sapphire Pokédex lore says it attracts or leads Volbeat to create glowing signs in the night sky, which makes this card’s Volbeat-dependent design feel like a direct translation of Hoenn game lore into TCG mechanics.
Set Lore
Illumise is card 38/100 in EX Sandstorm, an early ex-era expansion that still used e-Reader compatibility, giving this reverse holo a distinctly transitional look from one of the most nostalgic periods in the hobby.
Artist
Kyoko Umemoto illustrated this card, and she began her Pokémon TCG work in the e-Reader era, making Illumise a neat example of the soft, storybook-style artwork collectors associate with that period.
Cultural Impact
Because Illumise is an uncommon rather than a headline holo or ex, its reverse holo version feels like a true binder-find gem for ex-era collectors who appreciate overlooked cards with clever pair mechanics and classic foil treatment.
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About Illumise [Reverse Holo] (Pokemon Sandstorm #38)
Illumise [Reverse Holo] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Sandstorm set, card number 38. This card has a Uncommon rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the EX Series era, and was released in 2003. The current market price is $7.32, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $5.19 to $7.32, with a median of $6.08.
Card details
- Card Number
- #38
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Release Year
- 2003
- Language
- English
- Era
- EX Series
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Illumise [Reverse Holo] from Pokemon Sandstorm #38?
The current market price of Illumise [Reverse Holo] is $7.32. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Illumise [Reverse Holo] from?
Illumise [Reverse Holo] is from the Pokemon Sandstorm set, card number 38, released in 2003.
Is Illumise [Reverse Holo] worth grading?
Whether Illumise [Reverse Holo] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Illumise [Reverse Holo]?
You can buy or sell Illumise [Reverse Holo] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 100 PSA graded copies tracked.
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