Salamence ex 177/159 SIR Pokémon SV Temporal Forces Full Art
Salamence ex 177/159 SIR Pokémon SV Temporal Forces Full Art
Price: $27.99
Salamence ex from Temporal Forces, card number 177/159, clocks in as a Special Illustration Rare in raw condition. This one’s a full art pull, with that dragon roaring across the card in a dynamic pose that really pops under the lights. The artwork shows Salamence mid-flight, wings spread wide against a stormy backdrop, and the holo foil gives it this subtle shimmer that shifts as you tilt it, like the beast is about to burst out.
On the card text side, it’s a Dragon-type with 330 HP, evolving from Shelgon. No Ability here, but the attacks pack a punch: Heavy Barrage does 120 damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken, which can ramp up quick in a heated match. Then there’s Giga Impact at 250 damage, though it benches you from attacking next turn—classic high-risk move for those all-in plays. Weakness to Fairy, no Resistance, and a hefty Retreat Cost of three, so you’ll need some energy planning to keep it in the fight.
Temporal Forces dropped in 2024 as part of the Scarlet & Violet era, focusing on those ancient and future Pokémon vibes. This set’s print run had some quirks—centering can be off on the full arts, with borders sometimes leaning left or right, and the card stock feels a bit thicker than earlier SV sets, which helps with durability but watch for minor print lines on the holo. Raw copies often show up with that fresh-from-pack feel, though factory edges might have tiny whitening if not sleeved right away.
For raw condition, we’re talking near-mint edges that are crisp without dents, corners sharp enough to poke but not rounded from wear. Surface is clean, no scratches or clouding on the foil, and the holo flash is vibrant, catching every bit of light without haze. Centering looks solid at about 60/40 top-bottom, pretty standard for these SIRs, and the back’s whirlpool pattern is spotless. Sleeve it quick or send it to grading—your call.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Salamence ex
– Set: Temporal Forces
– Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
– Condition: Raw
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