Glimmora ex – Paldean Fates (#218)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Glimmora ex (#218) is a Shiny Ultra Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paldean Fates released in 2024. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Poisonous Gem attack (140 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.91, Cardmarket average sale is €0.90, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.91
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.81
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Paldean Fates
- Card Number
- 218
- Rarity
- ✨ Shiny Ultra Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 270
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Dust Field
As long as this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, your opponent can't have more than 3 Benched Pokémon. If they have 4 or more Benched Pokémon, they discard Benched Pokémon until they have 3 Pokémon on the Bench. If more than one effect changes the number of Benched Pokémon allowed, use the smaller number.
Attacks & Strategy
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Poisonous Gem
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 140
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (70.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Glimmora ex from Paldean Fates (Shiny Ultra Rare) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Glimmora ex 218 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Glimmora ex's Poisonous Gem deals 140 damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 270 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paldean Fates #218 ← Current | 270 | 1 attack | Shiny Ultra Rare | $0.91 |
�📦 Paldean Fates Set Context
This Glimmora ex is part of the Paldean Fates expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024. As a Shiny Ultra Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Glimmora ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Shiny Ultra Rare cards from Paldean Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Paldean Fates
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Glimmora ex 218 was released in 2024 in the Paldean Fates expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Shiny Ultra Rare card, this Glimmora ex is among the premium chase cards from Paldean Fates. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Paldean Fates is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Glimmora ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Glimmora ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Glimmora ex works best in Fighting type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.