Palossand – Burning Shadows (#62)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Palossand (#62) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Burning Shadows released in 2017. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Sand Tomb attack (80 damage), The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.31, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.25
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Card Number
- 62
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Sand Tomb
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. -
Dust Storm
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
Discard all cards from both Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Palossand from Burning Shadows (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Palossand 62 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Palossand's Sand Tomb deals 80 damage for Psychic + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows #62 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.28 |
�📦 Burning Shadows Set Context
This Palossand is part of the Burning Shadows expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Palossand 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 Burning Shadows are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Palossand 62 was released in 2017 in the Burning Shadows 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 kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Burning Shadows represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Palossand 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 Palossand 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: Palossand works best in Psychic type decks.