Arcanine – Rebel Clash (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Arcanine (#28) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Rebel Clash released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Hasuno and the Fire Mane attack (130 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.35, Cardmarket average sale is €0.37, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.30
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Rebel Clash
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hasuno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Warming Up
If this Pokémon has a Burning Scarf attached, it gets +100 HP.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Fire Mane
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Arcanine from Rebel Clash (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hasuno.
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 Arcanine 28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Arcanine's Fire Mane deals 130 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Arcanine Cards
Looking for other Arcanine cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebel Clash #28 ← Current | 130 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.35 |
�📦 Rebel Clash Set Context
This Arcanine is part of the Rebel Clash expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hasuno, 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 Arcanine 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 cards from Rebel Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hasuno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Arcanine 28 was released in 2020 in the Rebel Clash 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 Hasuno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rebel Clash represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Arcanine 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 Arcanine 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Arcanine works best in Fire type decks.