Absol – Roaring Skies (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Absol (#40) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Roaring Skies released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Mach Claw attack (30 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.58, Cardmarket average sale is €1.87, Floor listings start near €0.39.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.93
- Recent low listing: €0.39
Card Details
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Cursed Eyes
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench, you may move 3 damage counters from 1 of your opponent's Pokémon to another of his or her Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Mach Claw
[Darkness, Colorless]
— 30
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Absol from Roaring Skies (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 40 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Absol's Mach Claw deals 30 damage for Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Absol Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Skies #40 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.58 |
�📦 Roaring Skies Set Context
This Absol is part of the Roaring Skies expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Roaring Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Absol 40 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 Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
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: Darkness type Pokémon like Absol have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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.