Dragonite – Evolving Skies (#191)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dragonite (#191) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Saki Hayashiro and the Shred attack (50 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $14.65, Cardmarket average sale is €15.56, Floor listings start near €8.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $14.65
- Cardmarket trend price: €14.45
- Recent low listing: €8.99
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 191
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Saki Hayashiro
- HP
- 230
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Shred
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Dragon Gale
[Water, Water, Lightning]
— 250
This attack also does 20 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (83.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dragonite from Evolving Skies (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Saki Hayashiro.
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 Dragonite 191 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Dragonite's Shred deals 50 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 230 HP • Dragon Type
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 #191 ← Current | 230 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $14.65 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Dragonite is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Saki Hayashiro, 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 Dragonite card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Saki Hayashiro resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dragonite 191 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 Saki Hayashiro. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Dragonite is among the premium chase cards from Evolving Skies. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Dragonite with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Dragonite card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dragonite works best in Dragon type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.