Garchomp and giratina gx – Unified Minds (#228)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Garchomp and giratina gx (#228) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by aky CG Works and the Linear Attack attack, This attack does 40 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $55.21, Cardmarket average sale is €72.40, Floor listings start near €12.45.
- TCGplayer market price: $55.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €58.46
- Recent low listing: €12.45
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 228
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 aky CG Works
- HP
- 270
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Linear Attack
[Colorless]
This attack does 40 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Calamitous Slash
[Psychic, Fighting, Colorless]
— 160+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 80 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy). -
GG End-GX
[Psychic, Psychic, Fighting]
Discard 1 of your opponent's Pokémon and all cards attached to it. If this Pokémon has at least 3 extra Fighting Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), discard 2 of your opponent's Pokémon instead. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Garchomp and giratina gx from Unified Minds (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator aky CG Works.
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 Garchomp and giratina gx 228 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Garchomp and giratina gx's Linear Attack for Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 40 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 270 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #228 ← Current | 270 | 3 attacks | Rare Ultra | $55.21 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Garchomp and giratina gx is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by aky CG Works, 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 Garchomp and giratina gx 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
- Rare Ultra cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by aky CG Works resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Garchomp and giratina gx 228 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds 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 aky CG Works. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Garchomp and giratina gx is among the premium chase cards from Unified Minds. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Garchomp and giratina gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Garchomp and giratina gx 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Garchomp and giratina gx works best in Dragon 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.