Absol – Dragon (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Absol (#1) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Dragon released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Bad News attack, If the number of cards in your opponent's hand is at least 6, choose a number of cards there, without looking, until your opponent has 5 cards left. Have your opponent discard the cards you chose.. TCGplayer market price sits around $67.67, Cardmarket average sale is €22.00, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $67.67
- Cardmarket trend price: €21.78
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon
- Card Number
- 1
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Bad News
[Darkness]
If the number of cards in your opponent's hand is at least 6, choose a number of cards there, without looking, until your opponent has 5 cards left. Have your opponent discard the cards you chose. -
Prize Count
[Darkness, Colorless]
— 20+
If you have more Prize cards left than your opponent, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Absol from Dragon (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 Absol 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Absol's Bad News for Darkness energy. Special effect: If the number of cards in your opponent's hand is at least 6, choose a number of cards there, withou...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon #1 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $67.67 |
�📦 Dragon Set Context
This Absol is part of the Dragon expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Absol 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 Dragon are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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.
More from Dragon
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Absol 1 was released in 2003 in the Dragon expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Absol with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Absol 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Absol works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.