Gyarados – Dragon Majesty (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gyarados (#20) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Dragon Majesty released in 2018. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Wild Tail attack (160 damage), You may discard any Stadium card in play.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.52, Cardmarket average sale is €0.99, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.52
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.91
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Majesty
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Commotion
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), put 2 damage counters on each of your Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Wild Tail
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 160
You may discard any Stadium card in play.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (53.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gyarados from Dragon Majesty (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, 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 Gyarados 20 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gyarados's Wild Tail deals 160 damage for Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may discard any Stadium card in play.
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Majesty #20 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $1.52 |
�📦 Dragon Majesty Set Context
This Gyarados is part of the Dragon Majesty expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
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 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 cards from Dragon Majesty 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.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gyarados 20 was released in 2018 in the Dragon Majesty 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon Majesty represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Gyarados have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. 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.