Rapidash – Stormfront (#22)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rapidash (#22) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Stormfront released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Rear Kick attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.07, Cardmarket average sale is €0.82, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.07
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.74
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Stormfront
- Card Number
- 22
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water +20
Abilities
-
Burning Mane
If Rapidash is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if Rapidash is Knocked Out), the Attacking Pokémon is now Burned.
Attacks & Strategy
- Rear Kick [Colorless, Colorless] — 30
-
Shooting Fire
[Fire, Fire]
Discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Rapidash and choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rapidash from Stormfront (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Rapidash 22 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Rapidash's Rear Kick deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Rapidash Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormfront #22 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $3.07 |
�📦 Stormfront Set Context
This Rapidash is part of the Stormfront expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Rapidash 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 cards from Stormfront are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Stormfront
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rapidash 22 was released in 2008 in the Stormfront expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Stormfront is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Rapidash with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Rapidash 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Rapidash works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.