Gligar – Dragon Frontiers (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gligar (#16) is a Rare card from EX - Dragon Frontiers released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Sting Turn attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and switch Gligar with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.49, Cardmarket average sale is €1.01, Floor listings start near €0.18.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.49
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.97
- Recent low listing: €0.18
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Frontiers
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Gliscor
Attacks & Strategy
-
Sting Turn
[Colorless]
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and switch Gligar with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. -
Tail Sting
[Colorless]
— 10+
If the Defending Pokémon is Pokémon-ex, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gligar from Dragon Frontiers (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, 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 Gligar 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gligar's Sting Turn for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and switch Gligar with 1 of your Bench...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Frontiers #16 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.49 |
�📦 Dragon Frontiers Set Context
This Gligar is part of the Dragon Frontiers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
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 Gligar 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 Dragon Frontiers 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.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gligar 16 was released in 2006 in the Dragon Frontiers expansion. This set is part of the EX 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: Dragon Frontiers is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Gligar 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 Gligar 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gligar works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.