Glaceon – Fates Collide (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Glaceon (#20) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Fates Collide released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Ayaka Yoshida and the Second Bite attack (20+ damage), This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $9.37, Cardmarket average sale is €13.16, Floor listings start near €3.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €12.74
- Recent low listing: €3.00
Card Details
- Set
- Fates Collide
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ayaka Yoshida
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Second Bite
[Water, Colorless]
— 20+
This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon. -
Crystal Ray
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Evolution Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Glaceon from Fates Collide (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ayaka Yoshida.
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 Glaceon 20 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Glaceon's Second Bite deals 20+ damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 170 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fates Collide #20 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $9.37 |
�📦 Fates Collide Set Context
This Glaceon is part of the Fates Collide expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ayaka Yoshida, 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 Holo Ex cards from Fates Collide are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ayaka Yoshida 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 20 was released in 2016 in the Fates Collide expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ayaka Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fates Collide is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
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 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.