Shaymin – Roaring Skies (#77a)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Shaymin (#77a) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Roaring Skies released in 2015. It showcases artwork by TOKIYA and the Sky Return attack (30 damage), Return this Pokémon and all cards attached to it to your hand.. Cardmarket average sale is €256.62, Floor listings start near €310.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €258.79
- Recent low listing: €310.00
Card Details
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Card Number
- 77a
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 TOKIYA
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Set Up
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench, you may draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.
Attacks & Strategy
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Sky Return
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Return this Pokémon and all cards attached to it to your hand.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Shaymin from Roaring Skies (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator TOKIYA.
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 Shaymin 77a is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Shaymin's Sky Return deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Return this Pokémon and all cards attached to it to your hand.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Shaymin Cards
Looking for other Shaymin cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Skies #77a ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare Ultra | N/A |
�📦 Roaring Skies Set Context
This Shaymin is part of the Roaring Skies expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by TOKIYA, 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 Shaymin card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
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
- Rare Ultra cards from Roaring Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by TOKIYA 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: Shaymin 77a was released in 2015 in the Roaring Skies 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 TOKIYA. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Shaymin is among the premium chase cards from Roaring Skies. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Roaring Skies 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 Shaymin have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Shaymin card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Shaymin works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.