Golisopod – Darkness Ablaze (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Golisopod (#18) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Darkness Ablaze released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Ryuta Fuse and the Hard Times Slash attack (30+ damage), This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon V and Pokémon-GX in play.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.21, Cardmarket average sale is €0.30, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.21
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.32
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryuta Fuse
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Hard Times Slash
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon V and Pokémon-GX in play. -
Smash Turn
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70
Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Golisopod from Darkness Ablaze (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryuta Fuse.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Golisopod 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Golisopod's Hard Times Slash deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon V and Pokémon-GX in play.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze #18 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.21 |
�📦 Darkness Ablaze Set Context
This Golisopod is part of the Darkness Ablaze expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryuta Fuse, 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 Golisopod 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 cards from Darkness Ablaze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryuta Fuse resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Golisopod 18 was released in 2020 in the Darkness Ablaze expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryuta Fuse. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Darkness Ablaze represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Golisopod 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 Golisopod 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Golisopod works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.