Gyarados – Rebel Clash (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gyarados (#40) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Rebel Clash released in 2020. It showcases artwork by hatachu and the Wrack Down attack (90 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.79, Cardmarket average sale is €1.11, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.79
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.09
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Rebel Clash
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 hatachu
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Wrack Down [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 90
-
Big Storm
[Water, Water, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 200
Discard any Stadium in play.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gyarados from Rebel Clash (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator hatachu.
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 40 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Gyarados's Wrack Down deals 90 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebel Clash #40 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.79 |
�📦 Rebel Clash Set Context
This Gyarados is part of the Rebel Clash expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by hatachu, 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 Rebel Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by hatachu 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 40 was released in 2020 in the Rebel Clash 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 hatachu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rebel Clash represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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 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.