Salamence – XY Black Star Promos (#XY170)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Salamence (#XY170) is a Promo card from XY - XY Black Star Promos released in 2013. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Beastly Fang attack (10+ damage), This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon-EX.. TCGplayer market price sits around $14.12, Cardmarket average sale is €6.88, Floor listings start near €2.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $14.12
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.14
- Recent low listing: €2.50
Card Details
- Set
- XY Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- XY170
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 180
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Salamence-EX
Attacks & Strategy
-
Beastly Fang
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon-EX. -
Dragon Strike
[Fire, Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
This Pokémon can't use Dragon Strike during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Salamence from XY Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 XY170 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Salamence's Beastly Fang deals 10+ damage for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 more damage for each of your opponent's Pokémon-EX.
Stats Overview: 180 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY Black Star Promos #XY170 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Promo | $14.12 |
�📦 XY Black Star Promos Set Context
This Salamence is part of the XY Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2013.
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.
💎 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
- Promo cards from XY Black Star Promos 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 XY170 was released in 2013 in the XY Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the XY 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 →
Set Popularity: XY Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Salamence with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. 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.