Dragonair [Shadowless] - Pokemon Base Set #18
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Dragonair [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
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Card History
Dragonair #18 is one of Base Set’s original non-holo Rares, and its Shadowless version comes from the earliest English print run that removed the artwork window’s drop shadow and used the thinner early text style collectors chase.
In-Game
This card feels especially faithful to the video games because both Slam and Hyper Beam are real moves Dragonair can learn, making it a clean snapshot of how early Pokémon TCG cards translated Red and Blue into cardboard.
Cultural Impact
Dragonair’s mystique runs deeper than flavor text: across Pokédex entries it is described as a rare, almost divine Pokémon whose aura can change the weather, which gives this calm Base Set artwork a legendary presence far beyond a typical Stage 1.
Artist
Mitsuhiro Arita illustrated this card, linking Dragonair to the same foundational Base Set art legacy that helped define the visual identity of the Pokémon TCG’s earliest era.
Set Lore
As part of the first main Pokémon TCG expansion released in English on January 9, 1999, Shadowless Dragonair belongs to the hobby’s most historic set—the one that introduced Generation I to card collectors outside Japan.
Card Reference
About Dragonair [Shadowless] (Pokemon Base Set #18)
Dragonair [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 18. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $54.50, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $48.13 to $54.50, with a median of $50.02.
Card details
- Card Number
- #18
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Dragonair [Shadowless] from Pokemon Base Set #18?
The current market price of Dragonair [Shadowless] is $54.50. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Dragonair [Shadowless] from?
Dragonair [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 18, released in 1999.
Is Dragonair [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Dragonair [Shadowless] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Dragonair [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Dragonair [Shadowless] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 1,000 PSA graded copies tracked.
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