Salamence (Celestial Storm 106) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Salamence from the Celestial Storm set is a Rare Holo card numbered 106. It boasts 150 HP and features the ability Dragon Wind. Its attack, Dragon Claw, rounds out its presence in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Shelgon)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Resistance: None
• Ability: Dragon Wind — Once during your turn, you may switch one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.
• Attack: Dragon Claw — Deals 100 damage; costs Fire, Water, and two Colorless Energy.
• Flavor Text: “It flies around on its wings, which have grown in at last. In its happiness, it gushes hot flames, burning up the fields it passes over.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Celestial Storm set, card number 106, classified as a Rare Holo. It features original artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and includes the Dragon Wind ability and Dragon Claw attack.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “sm7” and card number 106. The card’s rarity is Rare Holo, and it is a Stage 2 Dragon-type Pokémon evolving from Shelgon.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic ability to manipulate the opponent’s Active Pokémon can be tactically valuable in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holofoil and artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Celestial Storm (sm7): Salamence appears as a powerful Stage 2 Dragon-type with a unique ability that influences opponent positioning. This set is known for dynamic Pokémon and striking holofoil cards, with Salamence standing out due to its combination of high HP and a disruptive ability.