Drednaw – Shining Fates (#27)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Drednaw (#27) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Shining Fates released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Skull Bash attack (130 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.08
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Shining Fates
- Card Number
- 27
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 140
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Exoskeleton
This Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Skull Bash
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Drednaw from Shining Fates (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 Drednaw 27 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Drednaw's Skull Bash deals 130 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Drednaw Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shining Fates #27 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.08 |
�📦 Shining Fates Set Context
This Drednaw is part of the Shining Fates expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Drednaw 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 Shining Fates are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Drednaw 27 was released in 2021 in the Shining Fates 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Shining Fates represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Drednaw have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Drednaw 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Drednaw works best in Water type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.