Medicham – Primal Clash (#81)

Medicham Pokémon card — Primal Clash #81, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Primal Clash expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Medicham (#81) is a Rare card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Calm Mind attack, Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €1.34, Floor listings start near €0.05.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.42
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.92
  • Recent low listing: €0.05
Current Prices: €0.92 (CM) $0.42 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Primal Clash
Card Number
81
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
HP
90
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Calm Mind [Colorless]
    Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
  • Yoga Kick [Fighting, Fighting] — 30
    This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Medicham from Primal Clash (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.

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 Medicham 81 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Medicham's Calm Mind for Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×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
Primal Clash #81 ← Current 90 2 attacks Rare $0.42

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�📦 Primal Clash Set Context

This Medicham is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Medicham card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Medicham 81 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Primal Clash is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Medicham 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 Medicham card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Medicham works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Medicham & Explore More

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