Gloom #198

Gloom is a Stage 1 card from the Obsidian Flames set (card #198). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Grass-type Pokémon, Gloom brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Grass-type Pokémon are known for their healing abilities and status conditions. In the TCG, Grass types often feature in defensive and sustain-based decks.

Gloom is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.

With 80 HP, Gloom has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

At $28.13, Gloom is a meaningful card in the Obsidian Flames set. This price point makes it a worthwhile grading candidate — a PSA 10 could potentially double or triple the raw value. Use a grading estimator to assess whether submission is worth the cost.

From an investment perspective, Gloom benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the Obsidian Flames expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.