Armaldo – Legends Awakened (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Armaldo (#18) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kazuaki Aihara and the Crush Claw attack (60 damage), During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), that attack does 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.97, Cardmarket average sale is €0.95, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.97
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.81
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kazuaki Aihara
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass +30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Fossil Armor
If Armaldo would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to Armaldo if that damage is 60 or less.
Attacks & Strategy
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Crush Claw
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 60
During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), that attack does 40 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Armaldo from Legends Awakened (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kazuaki Aihara.
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 Armaldo 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Armaldo's Crush Claw deals 60 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your next turn, if an attack does damage to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness an...
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #18 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.97 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Armaldo is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kazuaki Aihara, 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 Armaldo 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 Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kazuaki Aihara resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Armaldo 18 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kazuaki Aihara. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Armaldo have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Armaldo 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Armaldo works best in Fighting type decks.