Swadloon #88

Swadloon is a Stage 1 card from the White Flare set (card #88). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Grass-type Pokémon, Swadloon 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.

Swadloon 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, Swadloon has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

With a market value of $9.16, Swadloon represents an accessible mid-range card from the White Flare set. Cards in this price range are excellent candidates for grading — if you can pull a pristine copy and submit it for PSA or CGC grading, the premium on a gem mint copy could deliver solid returns.

From an investment perspective, Swadloon benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the White Flare 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.