M gallade ex – Roaring Skies (#100)
Price Overview & Key Facts
M gallade ex (#100) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Roaring Skies released in 2015. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Unwavering Blade attack (110 damage), This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $59.13, Cardmarket average sale is €50.00, Floor listings start near €18.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $59.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €41.09
- Recent low listing: €18.00
Card Details
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Card Number
- 100
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Unwavering Blade
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 110
This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
M gallade ex from Roaring Skies (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This M gallade ex 100 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: M gallade ex's Unwavering Blade deals 110 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters o...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Skies #100 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Rare Ultra | $59.13 |
�📦 Roaring Skies Set Context
This M gallade ex is part of the Roaring Skies expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015. As a Rare Ultra 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 M gallade 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
- Rare Ultra cards from Roaring Skies 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.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: M gallade ex 100 was released in 2015 in the Roaring Skies expansion. This set is part of the XY 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 Ultra card, this M gallade ex is among the premium chase cards from Roaring Skies. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Roaring Skies is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like M gallade ex 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 M gallade 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: M gallade ex works best in Psychic type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.