Salamence – Journey Together (#177)

Salamence Pokémon card — Journey Together #177, Ultra Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Journey Together expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Salamence (#177) is an Ultra Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Journey Together released in 2025. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Wide Blast attack, This attack does 50 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.82, Cardmarket average sale is €2.86, Floor listings start near €1.50.

  • TCGplayer market price: $2.82
  • Cardmarket trend price: €2.65
  • Recent low listing: €1.50
Current Prices: €2.65 (CM) $2.82 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Journey Together
Card Number
177
Rarity
✨ Ultra Rare
Illustrator
🎨 5ban Graphics
HP
320
Type
🐉 Dragon
Regulation Mark
Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Wide Blast [Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
    This attack does 50 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
  • Dragon Impact [Fire, Water, Colorless, Colorless] — 300
    Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (75.0 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Salamence from Journey Together (Ultra Rare) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Salamence 177 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Salamence's Wide Blast for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Res...

Stats Overview: 320 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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�📦 Journey Together Set Context

This Salamence is part of the Journey Together expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025. As a Ultra Rare card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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.

View all chase cards from Journey Together →

💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Salamence card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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

  • Ultra Rare cards from Journey Together are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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 177 was released in 2025 in the Journey Together expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Rarity & Collectibility: As a Ultra Rare card, this Salamence is among the premium chase cards from Journey Together. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.

Set Popularity: Journey Together is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.

Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Salamence with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Salamence card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
  • Magnetic holders recommended
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Dragon energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Salamence works best in Dragon type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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