Garchomp – Paradox Rift (#245)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Garchomp (#245) is a Special Illustration Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Paradox Rift released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Oswaldo KATO and the Hydro Lander attack (160 damage), Attach up to 3 Basic Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to your Benched Pokémon in any way you like.. TCGplayer market price sits around $24.98, Cardmarket average sale is €28.34, Floor listings start near €22.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $24.98
- Cardmarket trend price: €27.53
- Recent low listing: €22.50
Card Details
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Card Number
- 245
- Rarity
- ✨ Special Illustration Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Oswaldo KATO
- HP
- 320
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
Attacks & Strategy
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Hydro Lander
[Fighting]
— 160
Attach up to 3 Basic Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to your Benched Pokémon in any way you like.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (160.0 per energy). -
Sonic Dive
[Colorless, Colorless]
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 120 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Garchomp from Paradox Rift (Special Illustration Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Oswaldo KATO.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Garchomp 245 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Garchomp's Hydro Lander deals 160 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: Attach up to 3 Basic Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to your Benched Pokémon in any way...
Stats Overview: 320 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradox Rift #245 ← Current | 320 | 2 attacks | Special Illustration Rare | $24.98 |
�📦 Paradox Rift Set Context
This Garchomp is part of the Paradox Rift expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023. As a Special Illustration Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Oswaldo KATO, 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: 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
- Special Illustration Rare cards from Paradox Rift are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Oswaldo KATO 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: Garchomp 245 was released in 2023 in the Paradox Rift expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Oswaldo KATO. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Special Illustration Rare card, this Garchomp is among the premium chase cards from Paradox Rift. Illustration Rare cards feature stunning full-art illustrations that showcase the Pokémon in unique scenes and perspectives. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Paradox Rift is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Water 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
- 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: Garchomp 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.