Salamence – Arceus (#98)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Salamence (#98) is a Rare Holo Lv.x card from Platinum - Arceus released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Steam Blast attack (100 damage), Discard an Energy card attached to Salamence.. TCGplayer market price sits around $44.57, Cardmarket average sale is €12.42, Floor listings start near €3.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $44.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €18.72
- Recent low listing: €3.50
Card Details
- Set
- Arceus
- Card Number
- 98
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Lv.x
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Double Fall
Once during your turn (before your attack), when you put Salamence LV.X from your hand onto your Active Salamence, you may use this power. For each of your opponent's Pokémon that is Knocked Out by damage from Salamence's attacks this turn, take 1 more Prize card.
Attacks & Strategy
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Steam Blast
[Fire, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
Discard an Energy card attached to Salamence.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Salamence from Arceus (Rare Holo Lv.x) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Salamence 98 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Salamence's Steam Blast deals 100 damage for Fire + Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard an Energy card attached to Salamence.
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arceus #98 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Lv.x | $44.57 |
�📦 Arceus Set Context
This Salamence is part of the Arceus expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Salamence 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 Lv.x cards from Arceus are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Arceus
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Salamence 98 was released in 2009 in the Arceus expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Arceus is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Salamence have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Salamence 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Salamence works best in Colorless type decks.