Glaceon – Evolving Skies (#209)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Glaceon (#209) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Max Icicle attack (150 damage), This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $266.40, Cardmarket average sale is €244.14, Floor listings start near €120.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $266.40
- Cardmarket trend price: €259.43
- Recent low listing: €120.00
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 209
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kirisAki
- HP
- 310
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Crystal Veil
Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon VMAX, except any Glaceon VMAX.
Attacks & Strategy
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Max Icicle
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Glaceon from Evolving Skies (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Glaceon 209 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Glaceon's Max Icicle deals 150 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and R...
Stats Overview: 310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolving Skies #209 ← Current | 310 | 1 attack | Rare Rainbow | $266.40 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Glaceon is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, 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: 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 Rainbow cards from Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kirisAki 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 209 was released in 2021 in the Evolving Skies 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 kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Glaceon is among the premium chase cards from Evolving Skies. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Glaceon 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 Glaceon 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: Glaceon works best in Water 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.