Gyarados – Crimson Invasion (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gyarados (#18) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Crimson Invasion released in 2017. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Waterfall attack (70 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $9.62, Cardmarket average sale is €6.20, Floor listings start near €1.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.09
- Recent low listing: €1.00
Card Details
- Set
- Crimson Invasion
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 240
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Waterfall [Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 70
-
Draconic Disaster
[Water, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100+
If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 100 more damage. Then, discard that Stadium card. -
Dread Storm-GX
[Water]
Discard an Energy from each of your opponent's Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gyarados from Crimson Invasion (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Gyarados 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gyarados's Waterfall deals 70 damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 240 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Invasion #18 ← Current | 240 | 3 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $9.62 |
�📦 Crimson Invasion Set Context
This Gyarados is part of the Crimson Invasion expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Gyarados 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 Gx cards from Crimson Invasion are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gyarados 18 was released in 2017 in the Crimson Invasion expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crimson Invasion represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Gyarados with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gyarados 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gyarados works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.