Altaria – Champion's Path (#49)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Altaria (#49) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Champion's Path released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Taira Akitsu and the Speed Dive attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.13
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Champion's Path
- Card Number
- 49
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Taira Akitsu
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Miraculous Charm
Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon V and Pokémon-GX.
Attacks & Strategy
- Speed Dive [Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Altaria from Champion's Path (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Taira Akitsu.
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 Altaria 49 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Altaria's Speed Dive deals 60 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Altaria Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion's Path #49 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.19 |
�📦 Champion's Path Set Context
This Altaria is part of the Champion's Path expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Taira Akitsu, 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 Altaria 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 Champion's Path are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Taira Akitsu resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Altaria 49 was released in 2020 in the Champion's Path 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 Taira Akitsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Champion's Path represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Altaria 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 Altaria 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Altaria works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.