Malamar vmax – Rebel Clash (#198)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Malamar vmax (#198) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Rebel Clash released in 2020. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Max Jammer attack (180 damage), Your opponent reveals their hand. Choose a card you find there and put it on the bottom of their deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.86, Cardmarket average sale is €7.77, Floor listings start near €6.00. Market price has increased 0.5% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.86
- Cardmarket trend price: €13.81
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €7.73
- Recent low listing: €6.00
- Market price has increased 0.5% versus the 30-day average.
- PSA 10 average: $40 across 9 sales
Card Details
- Set
- Rebel Clash
- Card Number
- 198
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 310
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Max Jammer
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 180
Your opponent reveals their hand. Choose a card you find there and put it on the bottom of their deck.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Malamar vmax from Rebel Clash (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 0.5% versus the 30-day average.
Grading Potential: Professional grading can significantly increase value - PSA 10 copies command an average of $40 based on 9 verified sales. As a Rare Rainbow card, pristine copies are highly sought after by serious collectors.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Malamar vmax 198 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Malamar vmax's Max Jammer deals 180 damage for Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent reveals their hand. Choose a card you find there and put it on the bottom of their dec...
Stats Overview: 310 HP • Darkness 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebel Clash #198 ← Current | 310 | 1 attack | Rare Rainbow | $6.86 |
�📦 Rebel Clash Set Context
This Malamar vmax is part of the Rebel Clash expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020. As a Rare Rainbow 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 Malamar vmax 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
📈 Grading Performance: PSA 10 copies of this Malamar vmax average $40 based on 9 verified sales. That's a 489% premium over raw card prices!
Collector Notes
- Rare Rainbow cards from Rebel Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- High-grade slabs matter: PSA 10 copies are averaging around $40, making condition upgrades impactful.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Malamar vmax 198 was released in 2020 in the Rebel Clash expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield 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 Rare Rainbow card, this Malamar vmax is among the premium chase cards from Rebel Clash. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Rebel Clash represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Malamar vmax 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 Malamar vmax 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Malamar vmax works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.