Question 1

What is the current market value of Salamence #8?

Accepted Answer

For Salamence in Dragon Vault, the current reference price is $5.43. Compared with last week, pricing is 28.5% lower. Versus its 30-day baseline of $7.62, this card is now 28.7% lower. Its 90-day trading band runs between $4.94 and $11.01, producing a 112% range and high-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare Holo.

Question 2

Is Salamence #8 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: The market retraced 28.5% this week, and current pricing sits 51% below its recent high watermark. Observed 90-day bounds of $4.94 and $11.01 create a 112% band, matching a high-volatility profile. Current value is 28.7% below its 30-day reference ($7.62). Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Salamence #8 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2012, Dragon Vault introduced this print of Salamence. Card flavor text reads: "As a result of its long-held dream of flying, its cellular structure changed, and wings grew out." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo. Printed HP is 140. Energy typing is Dragon. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. This card evolves from Shelgon. Notable ability on this print: "Scornful Storm". The printed attacks highlight "Shred". Dragon weakness applies to this print. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Salamence cards available?

Accepted Answer

Salamence sits within a broader pool of Salamence variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 5 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $1.47 and $42.05 (2761% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($17.61), this card is -69%. Notable alternatives include Salamence #64 (Plasma Blast) at $7.61, Salamence #18 (Secret Wonders) at $11.41, Salamence #24 (Stormfront) at $1.47, and Salamence #10 (Dragon) at $37.90.

Question 5

What set is Salamence #8 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Dragon Vault was released in 2012. Dragon Vault is grouped under the Black & White era. Set size is 21 cards, which categorizes Dragon Vault as compact. As of 2026, the set is 14 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Within this set, Salamence is card number 8 with a Rare Holo designation.

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