Salamence 8/99
Set: Arceus
Released: Nov 4, 2009
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #373
- Card Number 8/99
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorShin Nagasawa
- Release Date04/11/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Arceus
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionHoenn
- Generation Generation 3
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Colorless - Health Points140 HP
- Weakness
Colorless +30 - Resistance
Fighting -20 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Top Accelerator
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may reveal the top card of your deck. If that card is a basic Energy card, attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If that card isn't a basic Energy card, discard it. This power can't be used if Salamence is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Shoot Through50



Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
- Dragon Claw70




Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Salamence poised fiercely against a backdrop of ancient pillars and a vibrant red sky, its wings unfurled wide and eyes blazing with determination, ready to unleash a powerful attack.
Playability Overview
Salamence offers versatile attacks and energy acceleration but struggles with its high retreat cost and reliance on energy draws, making it situational rather than consistently dominant in competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Ruined TemplesThis card fits well on a page themed around ancient ruins or historic battlegrounds. It works great as a centerpiece paired with other Dragon or Steel types, especially those with stone or mystical backgrounds, giving the page a weathered, epic feel.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ruins / Intense / Muted Blue / Ancient Guardians / Dragon Power










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