Altaria – Dragon Majesty (#40a)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Altaria (#40a) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Dragon Majesty released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Pierce attack (20 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €1.67, Floor listings start near €0.35.
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.31
- Recent low listing: €0.35
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Majesty
- Card Number
- 40a
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Fight Song
Your Dragon Pokémon's attacks do 20 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
- Pierce [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Altaria from Dragon Majesty (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
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 40a is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Altaria's Pierce deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Altaria Cards
Looking for other Altaria cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Majesty #40a ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Dragon Majesty Set Context
This Altaria is part of the Dragon Majesty expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Dragon Majesty are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Altaria 40a was released in 2018 in the Dragon Majesty expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon Majesty represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Altaria works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.