Galarian-darmanitan – Vivid Voltage (#169)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Galarian-darmanitan (#169) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Freezing Headbutt attack (50 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.69, Cardmarket average sale is €2.60, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.69
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.61
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 169
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Freezing Headbutt
[Water, Colorless]
— 50
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. -
Frozen Slice
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 190
This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (63.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Galarian-darmanitan from Vivid Voltage (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Galarian-darmanitan 169 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Galarian-darmanitan's Freezing Headbutt deals 50 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #169 ← Current | 220 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $1.69 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Galarian-darmanitan is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Galarian-darmanitan card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Galarian-darmanitan 169 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Galarian-darmanitan is among the premium chase cards from Vivid Voltage. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Galarian-darmanitan with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Galarian-darmanitan card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Galarian-darmanitan works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.