Salamence – Evolving Skies (#109)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Salamence (#109) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by kodama and the Fierce Dragon attack (100+ damage), If your opponent's Active Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.48, Cardmarket average sale is €0.42, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.48
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.42
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 109
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kodama
- HP
- 170
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Intimidating Roar
Once during your turn, you may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Fierce Dragon
[Fire, Water]
— 100+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more damage.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Salamence from Evolving Skies (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kodama.
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 109 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Salamence's Fierce Dragon deals 100+ damage for Fire + Water energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 120 more d...
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Dragon Type
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolving Skies #109 ← Current | 170 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.48 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Salamence is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kodama, 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 Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kodama 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 109 was released in 2021 in the Evolving Skies expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kodama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies 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 Standard, 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.