Solgaleo – Guardians Rising (#87)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Solgaleo (#87) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Shining Arrow attack, This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.40, Cardmarket average sale is €0.32, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.40
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.32
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 87
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Shining Arrow
[Metal, Colorless]
This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Fangs of the Sunne
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 170
This Pokémon can't use Fangs of the Sunne during your next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (56.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Solgaleo from Guardians Rising (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Solgaleo 87 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Solgaleo's Shining Arrow for Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for...
Stats Overview: 160 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #87 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.40 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Solgaleo is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Solgaleo 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
- Rare cards from Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Solgaleo 87 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Solgaleo works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.