Salazzle – Unified Minds (#99)

Salazzle Pokémon card — Unified Minds #99, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Unified Minds expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Salazzle (#99) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Smack attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.05.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.25
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.34
  • Recent low listing: €0.05
Current Prices: €0.34 (CM) $0.25 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Unified Minds
Card Number
99
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
HP
110
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Smack [Psychic] — 40
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
  • Slashing Claw [Psychic, Colorless, Colorless] — 90

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Salazzle from Unified Minds (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.

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 Salazzle 99 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Salazzle's Smack deals 40 damage for Psychic energy.

Stats Overview: 110 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×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
Unified Minds #99 ← Current 110 2 attacks Rare $0.25

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�📦 Unified Minds Set Context

This Salazzle is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

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

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Salazzle 99 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds 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 Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Salazzle 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 Salazzle card with these essential products:

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

💡 Deck Building Tip: Salazzle works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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