Malamar – Hidden Fates Shiny Vault (#SV18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Malamar (#SV18) is a Rare Shiny card from Sun & Moon - Hidden Fates Shiny Vault released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Hideki Ishikawa and the Psychic Sphere attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.69, Cardmarket average sale is €1.79, Floor listings start near €1.29.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.69
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.86
- Recent low listing: €1.29
Card Details
- Set
- Hidden Fates Shiny Vault
- Card Number
- SV18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Shiny
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hideki Ishikawa
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Psychic Recharge
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may attach a Psychic Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
- Psychic Sphere [Psychic, Psychic, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Malamar from Hidden Fates Shiny Vault (Rare Shiny) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideki Ishikawa.
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 Malamar SV18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Malamar's Psychic Sphere deals 60 damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Malamar Cards
Looking for other Malamar cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Fates Shiny Vault #SV18 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Shiny | $1.69 |
�📦 Hidden Fates Shiny Vault Set Context
This Malamar is part of the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideki Ishikawa, 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 Malamar 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 Shiny cards from Hidden Fates Shiny Vault are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hideki Ishikawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Malamar SV18 was released in 2019 in the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault 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 Hideki Ishikawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Hidden Fates Shiny Vault represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Malamar 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 Malamar 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Malamar works best in Psychic type decks.