Salamence
Salamence is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Secret Wonders (#18). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $10.28 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Salamence suits collectors working on Secret Wonders who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Salamence from Secret Wonders?
Salamence is a Pokémon card in Secret Wonders numbered 18. As a result of its long-held dream of flying, its cellular structure changes, and wings grew out. National Pokédex #373. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Salamence worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $10.28 for Salamence. Low and high spread runs $10.00 to $29.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $10.28; Holofoil: $36.95. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Secret Wonders |
|---|---|
| Number | 18 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $10.28 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €5.08 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $10.28 |
| Holofoil | $36.95 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 140 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Shelgon |
| Direct Hit | ColorlessColorless 50 This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon. |
| Dragon Finish | FireFireWaterWater Discard 2 basic Fire Energy cards or 2 basic Water Energy cards attached to Salamence. If you discarded 2 basic Fire Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to the Defending Pokémon. If you discarded 2 Basic Water Energy cards, this attack does 100 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (If you can't discard cards, this attack does nothing.) |
| Weakness | Colorless +30 |
How collectible is Salamence?
Salamence is listed as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Salamence?
Catalog fields: set Secret Wonders, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kazuyuki Kano. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Salamence from Secret Wonders should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Salamence is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Secret Wonders, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $10.28 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $10.28; Holofoil: $36.95).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $10.28 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Salamence worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $10.28 for ungraded Salamence from Secret Wonders. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Salamence from?
Salamence is listed in Secret Wonders (Diamond & Pearl) as card #18. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Salamence?
Our catalog lists Salamence as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Salamence good for collectors or players?
Salamence includes gameplay stats in Secret Wonders. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Salamence?
Finish variants of Salamence carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $10.28; Holofoil: $36.95 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.