Slugma – Celestial Storm (#23)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slugma (#23) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Magma Ring attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.09, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 23
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Magcargo
Attacks & Strategy
-
Magma Ring
[Colorless]
— 10
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. - Flare [Fire, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slugma from Celestial Storm (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 Slugma 23 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slugma's Magma Ring deals 10 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #23 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.19 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Slugma is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Slugma 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
- Common cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Slugma 23 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Slugma 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 Slugma 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Slugma works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.