Starmie #119

Starmie is a Stage 1 card from the Paldean Fates set (card #119). It carries a rarity of Shiny Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Water-type Pokémon, Starmie brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Water-type Pokémon offer versatility with spread damage and energy acceleration. A staple in many competitive archetypes.

Starmie is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.

With 90 HP, Starmie has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

With a market value of $9.19, Starmie represents an accessible mid-range card from the Paldean Fates set. Cards in this price range are excellent candidates for grading — if you can pull a pristine copy and submit it for PSA or CGC grading, the premium on a gem mint copy could deliver solid returns.

From an investment perspective, Starmie benefits from being a Shiny Rare card in the Paldean Fates expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.