Gyarados – Hidden Fates (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gyarados (#16) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Hidden Fates released in 2019. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Dragon Rage attack (130 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.50, Cardmarket average sale is €2.70, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.54
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Hidden Fates
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 230
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Dragon Rage
[Water, Water, Water, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy). -
Hyper Beam-GX
[Water, Water, Water, Colorless]
— 240
(You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gyarados from Hidden Fates (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, 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 16 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gyarados's Dragon Rage deals 130 damage for Water + Water + Water + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 230 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.
� Compare Gyarados Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Fates #16 ← Current | 230 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $3.50 |
�📦 Hidden Fates Set Context
This Gyarados is part of the Hidden Fates expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
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 Hidden Fates 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 16 was released in 2019 in the Hidden Fates 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: Hidden Fates 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.