Gyarados – Platinum (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gyarados (#30) is a Rare card from Platinum - Platinum released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kent Kanetsuna and the Wriggle attack, Flip a coin for each of your opponent's Pokémon. If that coin flip is heads, this attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $4.91, Cardmarket average sale is €2.48, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.91
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.18
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Platinum
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kent Kanetsuna
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Wriggle
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
Flip a coin for each of your opponent's Pokémon. If that coin flip is heads, this attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Dwindling Wave
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100-
Does 100 damage minus 10 damage for each damage counter on Gyarados G.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gyarados from Platinum (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kent Kanetsuna.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gyarados 30 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Gyarados's Wriggle for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin for each of your opponent's Pokémon. If that coin flip is heads, this attack does 30 dam...
Stats Overview: 110 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum #30 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $4.91 |
�📦 Platinum Set Context
This Gyarados is part of the Platinum expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kent Kanetsuna, 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 cards from Platinum are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kent Kanetsuna 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gyarados 30 was released in 2009 in the Platinum expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kent Kanetsuna. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Platinum is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Gyarados with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.