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Mew

Southern Islands 1/18

Set: Southern Islands
Number: 1/18
Released: 2001
Energy type: psychic energy
Market price: $624.04
Artist: Keiko Fukuyama

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What it's worth

$624.04market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$339.77 – $626.40 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This psychic-type card from the Southern Islands set holds a special place in collections due to its distinct thematic ties to a specific, limited-release series. Featuring unique artwork that captures a rare moment for this character, it remains a sought-after piece for those who appreciate the visual storytelling of the early expansions.

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Card face

What it does

30 HPBasic

Cost: psychic energyRainbow Wave

Choose a type of Energy other than Colorless attached to Mew. This attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon of that type (including Benched Pokémon). Don't apply Weakness and Resistance.

Weaknesspsychic energy×2

This Pokémon's body is covered by fine hairs that can be seen only under a microscope.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Mew card from the Southern Islands collection was released in Japan in 1999 as part of a promotional campaign tied to the second Pokémon feature film, The Power of One. Designed to highlight the concept of an island paradise, the cards were distributed within two distinct 'island' binders, Rainbow Island and Tropical Island. This Mew, designated as card 1/18, serves as the iconic centerpiece of the collection, reflecting the whimsical, watercolor-inspired aesthetic that defined this specific set.

The artwork for this set was created by artist Nanae Yamaguchi, who moved away from the traditional, high-contrast digital look of early Pokémon cards in favor of a softer, painterly style. By utilizing a fluid, illustrative technique, Yamaguchi aimed to capture the tranquil, exotic atmosphere of the Southern Islands. Upon its international release in 2001, the card was widely praised by collectors for its unique visual departure from the standard trading card game layout, solidifying its status as a sought-after piece of Pokémon history.

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