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Skrelp — Forbidden Light Pokémon card

Market Price

$0.28

-97.7%

Graded Prices

PSA 10

$31.44

PSA 9.5

$12.00

PSA 9

$10.86

PSA 8

$10.86

PSA 7

$10.86

SkrelpForbidden Light #52 Pokémon Card

Forbidden Light·#52·2018

Skrelp, the Mock Kelp Pokémon introduced in Generation VI, is a Poison/Water-type known for its camouflage and eventual evolution into Dragalge, holding a unique place in the Pokémon world as a master of disguise. This particular Skrelp card from the 2018 Forbidden Light set is a common rarity, featuring charming art and straightforward mechanics that make it a foundational piece for any collector. Here, you'll discover its intriguing Pokédex lore, detailed attack information including energy costs, and a comprehensive history of this specific edition.

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Card Number
#52
Release Date
May 3, 2018
Language
EN
Set Code
SM6

Skrelp is a Poison/Water-type Pokémon first introduced in Generation VI. Known as the "Mock Kelp Pokémon," its entire existence revolves around its incredible camouflage ability, allowing it to perfectly mimic rotting seaweed. This adaptation is crucial for its survival in the ocean, where it drifts passively, waiting for unsuspecting prey. Its diet consists primarily of microscopic organisms and small fish, which it ambushes from its camouflaged position. Skrelp's behavior is largely solitary and defensive, preferring to avoid confrontation by blending into its environment. It evolves into Dragalge, a more formidable Poison/Dragon-type Pokémon, upon reaching a certain level. In the games, Skrelp can be found in various marine locations, often requiring a fishing rod to encounter. In the anime, Skrelp has made appearances highlighting its unique camouflage and its role in ocean ecosystems. Type-wise, as a Poison/Water Pokémon, Skrelp is weak to Electric, Ground, and Psychic attacks, resistant to Fighting, Poison, Bug, Steel, Fire, Water, and Ice attacks, and takes normal damage from Grass, Flying, Rock, Ghost, Dragon, Dark, and Fairy attacks. Its distinctive design, based on a leafy seadragon, gives it a memorable and somewhat whimsical appearance, contributing to its cultural significance as a creature embodying the hidden wonders of the deep sea.

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Ungraded$0
Grade 9$11
Grade 9.5$12
SGC 10$19
CGC 10$25
PSA 10$31
BGS 10$41
BGS 10 Black$205
CGC 10 Pristine$45

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