Garchomp – POP Series 9 (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Garchomp (#1) is a Rare card from POP - POP Series 9 released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Dragon Rage attack (80 damage), Flip 2 coins. If either of them is tails, this attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $11.46, Cardmarket average sale is €8.66, Floor listings start near €4.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $11.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.75
- Recent low listing: €4.95
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 9
- Card Number
- 1
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless +30
Attacks & Strategy
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Dragon Rage
[Colorless]
— 80
Flip 2 coins. If either of them is tails, this attack does nothing.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (80.0 per energy). -
Jet Sword
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
Discard 2 Energy attached to Garchomp and this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Garchomp from POP Series 9 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Garchomp 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Garchomp's Dragon Rage deals 80 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. If either of them is tails, this attack does nothing.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless +30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 9 #1 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $11.46 |
�📦 POP Series 9 Set Context
This Garchomp is part of the POP Series 9 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 cards from POP Series 9 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Garchomp 1 was released in 2009 in the POP Series 9 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 9 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Garchomp with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Garchomp works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.