Dragonair – Base Set 2 (#22)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dragonair (#22) is a Rare card from Base - Base Set 2 released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Slam attack (30× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $8.31, Cardmarket average sale is €6.59, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $8.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.83
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Base Set 2
- Card Number
- 22
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dragonite
Attacks & Strategy
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Slam
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. -
Hyper Beam
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, choose 1 of them and discard it.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dragonair from Base Set 2 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Dragonair 22 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dragonair's Slam deals 30× damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Colorless Type • Resistant to Psychic -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 #22 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $8.31 |
�📦 Base Set 2 Set Context
This Dragonair is part of the Base Set 2 expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Dragonair 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 Base Set 2 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dragonair 22 was released in 2000 in the Base Set 2 expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Base Set 2 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Dragonair with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Dragonair 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dragonair works best in Colorless type decks.