Salamence

Salamence

Salamence appears in the English print of Evolving Skies, released on August 27, 2021. Salamence is a rare holo rarity and 170 HP. The Evolving Skies set contains 237 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by kodama.

Collector Insights

Salamence is a Dragon-type Pokémon from the Sword & Shield series, featured in the Evolving Skies set. It has 170 HP and requires two Colorless Energy to retreat. The card includes an ability called Intimidating Roar, which allows the player to switch their opponent’s Active Pokémon with one of their Benched Pokémon once during their turn. Its primary attack, Fierce Dragon, costs Fire and Water Energy and deals 100+ damage, with an additional 120 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon already has damage counters. The flavor text describes the Pokémon’s transformation, noting that its cells mutated to fulfill its desire for wings. The card was released on August 27, 2021, and is classified as a Rare Holo. It is illustrated by artist kodama. The card’s design emphasizes its role as a powerful Dragon-type with strategic retreat and attack mechanics.

Thanks to its fervent wishes, the cells in its body finally mutated, and at last it has its heart's desire—wings.

Explore More Collector Hubs

Compare this card against live trending cards, current most popular cards, and most collected cards in English. Use these hubs to spot momentum shifts before your next trade or listing update.