Avalugg – Evolving Skies (#45)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Avalugg (#45) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Frost Barrier attack (80 damage), During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.07
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 45
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Frost Barrier
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Hammer In
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 140
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (35.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Avalugg from Evolving Skies (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Avalugg 45 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Avalugg's Frost Barrier deals 80 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Wea...
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolving Skies #45 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.08 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Avalugg is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Avalugg 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
- Uncommon cards from Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Avalugg 45 was released in 2021 in the Evolving Skies 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Avalugg with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Avalugg 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Avalugg works best in Water type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.