Malamar – Unbroken Bonds (#119)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Malamar (#119) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Yusuke Ohmura and the Hypnotic Reign attack, Your opponent reveals their hand. You may discard a Pokémon you find there and use one of that Pokémon's non-GX attacks as this attack.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.38, Cardmarket average sale is €0.73, Floor listings start near €0.19.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.77
- Recent low listing: €0.19
Card Details
- Set
- Unbroken Bonds
- Card Number
- 119
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yusuke Ohmura
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Hypnotic Reign
[Darkness]
Your opponent reveals their hand. You may discard a Pokémon you find there and use one of that Pokémon's non-GX attacks as this attack. -
Dark Pressure
[Darkness, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
Discard the top card of your opponent's deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Malamar from Unbroken Bonds (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yusuke Ohmura.
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 119 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Malamar's Hypnotic Reign for Darkness energy. Special effect: Your opponent reveals their hand. You may discard a Pokémon you find there and use one of that Pokém...
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #119 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.38 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Malamar is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yusuke Ohmura, 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 Holo cards from Unbroken Bonds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yusuke Ohmura resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Malamar 119 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds 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 Yusuke Ohmura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Malamar 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 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Malamar works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.