Glaceon – Astral Radiance (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Glaceon (#38) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by saino misaki and the Frost Wall attack (30 damage), During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.30, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.30
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.14
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 saino misaki
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Frost Wall
[Water]
— 30
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution Pokémon. -
Ice Blast
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 120
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Glaceon from Astral Radiance (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator saino misaki.
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 Glaceon 38 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Glaceon's Frost Wall deals 30 damage for Water energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution ...
Stats Overview: 110 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance #38 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.30 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Glaceon is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by saino misaki, 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 Glaceon 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 Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by saino misaki 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: Glaceon 38 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 saino misaki. 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: Water type Pokémon like Glaceon with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Glaceon 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Glaceon works best in Water type decks. 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.