Malamar – Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery (#TG06)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Malamar (#TG06) is a Trainer Gallery Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Fumie Kittaka and the Rapid Strike Tentacles attack (40× damage), Reveal any number of Rapid Strike cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you revealed in this way. Then, shuffle those cards into your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.14, Cardmarket average sale is €1.03, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.14
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.13
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery
- Card Number
- TG06
- Rarity
- ✨ Trainer Gallery Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Fumie Kittaka
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rapid Strike Tentacles
[Psychic]
— 40×
Reveal any number of Rapid Strike cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you revealed in this way. Then, shuffle those cards into your deck.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Malamar from Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery (Trainer Gallery Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Fumie Kittaka.
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 TG06 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Malamar's Rapid Strike Tentacles deals 40× damage for Psychic energy. Special effect: Reveal any number of Rapid Strike cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery #TG06 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Trainer Gallery Rare Holo | $1.14 |
�📦 Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery Set Context
This Malamar is part of the Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Fumie Kittaka, 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
- Trainer Gallery Rare Holo cards from Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Fumie Kittaka 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 TG06 was released in 2022 in the Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery 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 Fumie Kittaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery 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 Standard, 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.