Grimmsnarl – Fusion Strike (#178)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Grimmsnarl (#178) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Bite attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.13, Cardmarket average sale is €0.19, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.27
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 178
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Bite
[Darkness]
— 60
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy). -
Rear Attack
[Darkness, Darkness]
— 100+
If you have 2 or fewer Benched Pokémon, this attack does 140 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Grimmsnarl from Fusion Strike (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Grimmsnarl 178 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Grimmsnarl's Bite deals 60 damage for Darkness energy.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #178 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.13 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Grimmsnarl is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Grimmsnarl 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Grimmsnarl 178 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Grimmsnarl with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Grimmsnarl 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Grimmsnarl works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.