Salamence – Secret Wonders (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Salamence (#18) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kazuyuki Kano and the Direct Hit attack (50 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $25.90, Cardmarket average sale is €4.94, Floor listings start near €0.25.
- TCGplayer market price: $25.90
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.11
- Recent low listing: €0.25
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kazuyuki Kano
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Colorless +30
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Direct Hit
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon. -
Dragon Finish
[Fire, Fire, Water, Water]
Discard 2 basic Fire Energy cards or 2 basic Water Energy cards attached to Salamence. If you discarded 2 basic Fire Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to the Defending Pokémon. If you discarded 2 Basic Water Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (If you can't discard cards, this attack does nothing.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Salamence from Secret Wonders (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kazuyuki Kano.
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 18 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Salamence's Direct Hit deals 50 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other ...
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Colorless +30 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #18 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $25.90 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Salamence is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kazuyuki Kano, 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kazuyuki Kano 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Salamence 18 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders 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 Kazuyuki Kano. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 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 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.