Garchomp – Astral Radiance (#117)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Garchomp (#117) is a Rare Holo V card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Dragon Claw attack (120 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.80, Cardmarket average sale is €0.93, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.96
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 117
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo V
- Illustrator
- 🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
- HP
- 200
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
Attacks & Strategy
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Dragon Claw
[Water, Fighting, Colorless]
— 120
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Sonic Strike
[Water, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
Discard 3 Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 220 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Garchomp from Astral Radiance (Rare Holo V) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..
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 Garchomp 117 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Garchomp's Dragon Claw deals 120 damage for Water + Fighting + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 200 HP • Dragon Type
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance #117 ← Current | 200 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo V | $0.80 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Garchomp is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., 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 Garchomp 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 Holo V cards from Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. 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: Garchomp 117 was released in 2022 in the Astral Radiance 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 N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Garchomp with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Garchomp 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: Garchomp works best in Dragon type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.