Seadra – Burning Shadows (#30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Seadra (#30) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Burning Shadows released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Suwama Chiaki and the Water Arrow attack, This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.12, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.12
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Card Number
- 30
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Suwama Chiaki
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Kingdra
Attacks & Strategy
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Water Arrow
[Water]
This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Seadra from Burning Shadows (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Suwama Chiaki.
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 Seadra 30 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Seadra's Water Arrow for Water energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Seadra Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Shadows #30 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.12 |
�📦 Burning Shadows Set Context
This Seadra is part of the Burning Shadows expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Suwama Chiaki, 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 Seadra 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
- Uncommon cards from Burning Shadows are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Suwama Chiaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Seadra 30 was released in 2017 in the Burning Shadows 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 Suwama Chiaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Burning Shadows represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Seadra have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Seadra 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Seadra works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.