Golem – Fossil (#36)

Golem Pokémon card — Fossil #36, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Fossil expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Golem (#36) is an Uncommon card from Base - Fossil released in 1999. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Avalanche attack (60 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €2.14, Floor listings start near €0.07.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.11
  • Recent low listing: €0.07
Current Prices: €1.11 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Fossil
Card Number
36
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
HP
80
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Avalanche [Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 60
  • Selfdestruct [Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Fighting] — 100
    Does 20 damage to each Pokémon on each player's Bench. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Golem does 100 damage to itself.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Golem from Fossil (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 1999, 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 Golem 36 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Golem's Avalanche deals 60 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

� Compare Golem Cards

Looking for other Golem cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.

Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Fossil #36 ← Current 80 2 attacks Uncommon N/A

Browse all Golem cards →

�📦 Fossil Set Context

This Golem is part of the Fossil expansion , released as part of the Base series in 1999.

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.

View all chase cards from Fossil →

💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Golem card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Fossil 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.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

More from Fossil

Dragonite – #4
Dragonite – #4
Fossil · #4
$350
Gengar – #5
Gengar – #5
Fossil · #5
$286
Moltres – #12
Moltres – #12
Fossil · #12
$147
Articuno – #2
Articuno – #2
Fossil · #2
$139
Zapdos – #15
Zapdos – #15
Fossil · #15
$126
Raichu – #14
Raichu – #14
Fossil · #14
$125
Lapras – #10
Lapras – #10
Fossil · #10
$93
Aerodactyl – #1
Aerodactyl – #1
Fossil · #1
$90
Ditto – #3
Ditto – #3
Fossil · #3
$87
Hitmonlee – #7
Hitmonlee – #7
Fossil · #7
$81
Haunter – #6
Haunter – #6
Fossil · #6
$75
Kabutops – #9
Kabutops – #9
Fossil · #9
$71

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Golem 36 was released in 1999 in the Fossil expansion. This set is part of the Base 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: Fossil is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Golem 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 Golem card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Golem works best in Fighting type decks.

🛒 Where to Buy Golem & Explore More

Loading Pokélab...