Entei – Call of Legends (#SL3)

Entei Pokémon card — Call of Legends #SL3, Rare Holo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Call of Legends expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Entei (#SL3) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Yuri Umemura and the Wild Blaze attack (70 damage), Discard the top 3 cards of your deck.. Cardmarket average sale is €9.50, Floor listings start near €9.78.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €104.66
  • Recent low listing: €9.78
Current Prices: €104.66 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Call of Legends
Card Number
SL3
Rarity
✨ Rare Holo
Illustrator
🎨 Yuri Umemura
HP
90
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Abilities

  • Extreme Speed
    Entei's Retreat Cost is Colorless Energy less for each Fire Energy attached to Entei.

Attacks & Strategy

  • Wild Blaze [Fire, Fire, Colorless] — 70
    Discard the top 3 cards of your deck.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Entei from Call of Legends (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuri Umemura.

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 Entei SL3 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Entei's Wild Blaze deals 70 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard the top 3 cards of your deck.

Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Call of Legends Set Context

This Entei is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuri Umemura, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Entei card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Holo cards from Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Yuri Umemura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Entei SL3 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends 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 Yuri Umemura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Call of Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Entei have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Entei card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Entei works best in Fire type decks.

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