Dratini – Team Up (#117)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Dratini (#117) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Rain Splash attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.20, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Team Up
- Card Number
- 117
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Dragonair
Abilities
-
Defensive Scales
Prevent all effects of your opponent's attacks, except damage, done to this Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
- Rain Splash [Water] — 10
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Dratini from Team Up (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Dratini 117 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Dratini's Rain Splash deals 10 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up #117 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Common | $0.19 |
�📦 Team Up Set Context
This Dratini is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Team Up are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 117 was released in 2019 in the Team Up 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Up represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Dratini have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. 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.