Salamence – Celestial Storm (#106)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Salamence (#106) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Dragon Claw attack (100 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.39, Cardmarket average sale is €1.82, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.39
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.29
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 106
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Dragon Wind
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, once during your turn (before your attack), you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
- Dragon Claw [Fire, Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 100
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Salamence from Celestial Storm (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Salamence 106 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Salamence's Dragon Claw deals 100 damage for Fire + Water + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Salamence Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #106 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.39 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Salamence is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
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.
💎 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 cards from Celestial Storm 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.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Salamence 106 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Salamence have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Salamence works best in Dragon type decks.