Dratini – Plasma Freeze (#81)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dratini (#81) is a Common card from Black & White - Plasma Freeze released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Shed Skin attack, Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.30, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.39
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Plasma Freeze
- Card Number
- 81
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Dragon ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dragonair
Attacks & Strategy
-
Shed Skin
[Grass]
Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon. - Tail Smack [Lightning, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dratini from Plasma Freeze (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Dratini 81 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Dratini's Shed Skin for Grass energy. Special effect: Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Dragon ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Dratini Cards
Looking for other Dratini cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma Freeze #81 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.31 |
�📦 Plasma Freeze Set Context
This Dratini is part of the Plasma Freeze expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Dratini 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
- Common cards from Plasma Freeze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Atsuko Nishida 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: Dratini 81 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Freeze expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Plasma Freeze is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Dratini 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 Dratini 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Dratini works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.