Darmanitan – Dragon Majesty (#9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Darmanitan (#9) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Dragon Majesty released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Heat Assist attack, Attach up to 3 Fire Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.29, Cardmarket average sale is €0.22, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.29
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.19
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Majesty
- Card Number
- 9
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Heat Assist
[Fire]
Attach up to 3 Fire Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like. -
Darmani-Hands
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip 4 coins. This attack does 50 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Darmanitan from Dragon Majesty (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Darmanitan 9 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Darmanitan's Heat Assist for Fire energy. Special effect: Attach up to 3 Fire Energy cards from your hand to your Pokémon in any way you like.
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Majesty #9 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.29 |
�📦 Dragon Majesty Set Context
This Darmanitan is part of the Dragon Majesty expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Darmanitan 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 Dragon Majesty are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda 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: Darmanitan 9 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 Masakazu Fukuda. 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: Fire type Pokémon like Darmanitan with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Darmanitan 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: Darmanitan works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.