Slugma – Kalos Starter Set (#6)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Slugma (#6) is a card from XY - Kalos Starter Set released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Combustion attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.17, Cardmarket average sale is €0.40, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.17
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.44
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Kalos Starter Set
- Card Number
- 6
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Magcargo
Attacks & Strategy
- Combustion [Fire, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slugma from Kalos Starter Set represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Slugma 6 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slugma's Combustion deals 20 damage for Fire + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 80 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.
� Compare Slugma Cards
Looking for other Slugma cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Kalos Starter Set #6 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Common | $1.17 |
�📦 Kalos Starter Set Set Context
This Slugma is part of the Kalos Starter Set expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2013.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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 6 was released in 2013 in the Kalos Starter Set 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Kalos Starter Set is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Slugma 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 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.