Golem – Generations (#46)

Golem Pokémon card — Generations #46, Rare Holo Ex
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Generations expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Golem (#46) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Generations released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Toyste Beach and the Boulder Crush attack (80 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.49, Cardmarket average sale is €3.53, Floor listings start near €0.95.

  • TCGplayer market price: $1.49
  • Cardmarket trend price: €3.30
  • Recent low listing: €0.95
Current Prices: €3.30 (CM) $1.49 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Generations
Card Number
46
Rarity
✨ Rare Holo Ex
Illustrator
🎨 Toyste Beach
HP
180
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Boulder Crush [Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 80
  • Megaton Fall [Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 180
    This Pokémon does 60 damage to itself.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Golem from Generations (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toyste Beach.

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 46 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Golem's Boulder Crush deals 80 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 180 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
Generations #46 ← Current 180 2 attacks Rare Holo Ex $1.49

Browse all Golem cards →

�📦 Generations Set Context

This Golem is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toyste Beach, 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 Generations →

💎 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

  • Rare Holo Ex cards from Generations are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Toyste Beach 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 Generations

Sylveon-EX – #RC32
Sylveon-EX – #RC32
Generations · #RC32
$139
M Charizard-EX – #12
M Charizard-EX – #12
Generations · #12
$134
Pikachu – #RC29
Pikachu – #RC29
Generations · #RC29
$101
Flareon-EX – #RC28
Flareon-EX – #RC28
Generations · #RC28
$99
M Gardevoir-EX – #RC31
M Gardevoir-EX – #RC31
Generations · #RC31
$96
Gardevoir-EX – #RC30
Gardevoir-EX – #RC30
Generations · #RC30
$53
Flareon-EX – #RC6
Flareon-EX – #RC6
Generations · #RC6
$47
Sylveon-EX – #RC21
Sylveon-EX – #RC21
Generations · #RC21
$44
Jolteon-EX – #28a
Jolteon-EX – #28a
Generations · #28a
$32
M Blastoise-EX – #18
M Blastoise-EX – #18
Generations · #18
$27
Team Flare Grunt – #73a
Team Flare Grunt – #73a
Generations · #73a
$27
Articuno – #25
Articuno – #25
Generations · #25
$26

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Golem 46 was released in 2016 in the Generations 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 Toyste Beach. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Generations 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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ 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...