Starmie
Starmie is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Deoxys (#48). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Starmie suits collectors working on Deoxys who need the Uncommon slot. Treat $25.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Starmie from Deoxys?
Starmie is a Pokémon card in Deoxys numbered 48. It evolves from Staryu. National Pokédex #121. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Starmie worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for Starmie. Low and high spread runs $36.66 to $713.48. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $2.40. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Deoxys |
|---|---|
| Number | 48 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $25.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.96 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $25.00 |
| Normal | $2.40 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Staryu |
| Energy Flip | Water Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) You may move an Energy attached to that Pokémon to another of your opponent's Pokémon. |
| Psychic Boom | Psychic 10+ Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Core Guard | As long as Starmie has any Psychic Energy attached to it, damage done to Starmie by attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Starmie?
Starmie is listed as Uncommon in Deoxys. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Starmie?
Catalog fields: set Deoxys, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Yukiko Baba. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Starmie (#48) is a chase-tier Uncommon printing in Deoxys. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Starmie is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Deoxys, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $25.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $2.40).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $25.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Starmie worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.00 for ungraded Starmie from Deoxys. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Starmie from?
Starmie is listed in Deoxys (EX) as card #48. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Starmie?
Our catalog lists Starmie as Uncommon in Deoxys. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Starmie good for collectors or players?
Starmie includes gameplay stats in Deoxys. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Starmie?
Grading only makes sense when Starmie appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $25.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Starmie?
Finish variants of Starmie carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $25.00; Normal: $2.40 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.