Salamence 08/20 Pokémon Dragons Vault Raw

Character: Salamence

Set: Dragons vault

Series: Black & White

Card Number: 8

Rarity: Rare

Condition: Raw

Grade: N/A

Year: 2012

Illustrator: BERUBURI

Salamence (8/20) from the Black & White: Dragon Vault set is a powerful and visually striking Dragon-type Stage 2 Pokémon card that captures the majestic fury of one of the franchise’s most iconic creatures. Evolving from Shelgon, this Holo Rare card showcases Salamence in mid-flight, wings fully spread as it soars through stormy skies, rendered with dynamic artwork by BERUBURI. With 140 HP and a commanding presence on the battlefield, this card is a must-have for collectors and players alike who appreciate both aesthetic appeal and competitive strength.

Equipped with the Ability Scornful Storm, Salamence exerts psychological pressure on opponents by forcing them to discard cards from their hand once per turn, limiting their strategic options and maintaining board control. Its offensive prowess is highlighted by the Shred attack, which deals a solid 90 damage and crucially ignores any effects on the Defending Pokémon—making it highly effective against tricky or buffed opponents. With a Retreat Cost of just two Colorless energies and no Resistance, Salamence balances offense and mobility, fitting seamlessly into aggressive or disruption-based decks.

As part of the Dragon Vault subset, this card was originally released as a promotional set in 2012 and has since become a fan favorite due to its striking holofoil finish and limited availability. Special variants, including the Cosmos Holofoil version found in blister packs and the exclusive Crosshatch Holofoil distributed at 2013–2014 Spring Regional Championships, have further elevated its collectible status. Whether you're building a dragon-themed deck, seeking a nostalgic piece from the Black & White era, or adding a high-impact card to your collection, Salamence (8/20) stands as a symbol of raw power and legendary evolution

Card Type / HP / Stage:Dragon / 140 / Stage 2

Card Text:Scornful Storm - Once during your turn (before your attack), you may have your opponent discard cards from his or her hand until he or she has 4 cards left in his or her hand. (Ability)

Attack 1:[2RW] Shred (90) This attack's damage isn't affected by any effects on the Defending Pokemon.

Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:Ox2 / / 2

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