Glaceon – Rising Rivals (#41)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Glaceon (#41) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Ice Blade attack, Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $4.55, Cardmarket average sale is €1.69, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.11
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 41
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Frost Wind
As long as Glaceon is your Active Pokémon, any damage done to your Pokémon by your opponent's attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Ice Blade
[Water, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Ice Bind
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
If your opponent doesn't discard a card from his or her hand, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Glaceon from Rising Rivals (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 41 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Glaceon's Ice Blade for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakne...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal +20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #41 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $4.55 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Glaceon is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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
- Uncommon cards from Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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 41 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals 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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.