Dragonite – HS—Triumphant (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dragonite (#18) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Calming Wind attack (50 damage), Remove all Special Conditions from Dragonite.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.70, Cardmarket average sale is €3.20, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.70
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.89
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Triumphant
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Calming Wind
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Remove all Special Conditions from Dragonite. -
Dragon Stamp
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing. If both of them are heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dragonite from HS—Triumphant (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, 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 Dragonite 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Dragonite's Calming Wind deals 50 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Remove all Special Conditions from Dragonite.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Triumphant #18 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare | $7.70 |
�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context
This Dragonite is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
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 Dragonite 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 HS—Triumphant 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.
More from HS—Triumphant
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Dragonite 18 was released in 2010 in the HS—Triumphant expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: HS—Triumphant 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 Dragonite 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 Dragonite 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: Dragonite works best in Colorless type decks.