Alolan golem – Guardians Rising (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Alolan golem (#42) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Electromagnetic Rock Wrecker attack (80× damage), Flip a coin for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.63, Cardmarket average sale is €0.37, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.63
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.32
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Electromagnetic Rock Wrecker
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80×
Flip a coin for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each heads. -
Heavy Slam
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 200-
This attack does 30 less damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Alolan golem from Guardians Rising (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Alolan golem 42 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Alolan golem's Electromagnetic Rock Wrecker deals 80× damage for Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 80 damage for each ...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #42 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.63 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Alolan golem is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Alolan golem card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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
- Rare Holo cards from Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Alolan golem 42 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Alolan golem with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Alolan golem card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Alolan golem works best in Lightning type decks.