Magneton – Dragon (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Magneton (#17) is a Rare card from EX - Dragon released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Magnetic Force attack (10× damage), Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to all of your Pokémon (including Magneton).. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.27, Cardmarket average sale is €0.93, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.80
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Magnezone
Abilities
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Magnetic Field
Once during your turn (before your attack), if you have basic Energy cards in your discard pile, you may discard any 1 card from your hand. Then search for up to 2 basic Energy cards from your discard pile, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. You can't return the card you first discarded to your hand in this way. This power can't be used if Magneton is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Magnetic Force
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 10×
Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to all of your Pokémon (including Magneton).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Magneton from Dragon (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Magneton 17 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Magneton's Magnetic Force deals 10× damage for Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 10 damage times the amount of Energy attached to all of your Pokémon (including Magneton).
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -30
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 #17 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.27 |
�📦 Dragon Set Context
This Magneton is part of the Dragon expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Magneton 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 Dragon are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Dragon
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Magneton 17 was released in 2003 in the Dragon expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragon is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Magneton have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Magneton 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Magneton works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.