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Dragonair

151 181/165 • ultra-rare

Set: 151
Number: 181/165
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: dragon energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $38.64
Artist: rika

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19other printings of this card

2026first added to a collection

Market

What it's worth

$38.64market price via TCGplayer · Nov 5, 2026$38.01 – $54.92 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This Illustration Rare from the 151 set is prized by collectors for its serene, painterly depiction of Dragonair, which stands in contrast to the more rigid designs found in standard cards. As an evolved form in the original 151 roster, the card holds nostalgic significance for fans of the early generation while serving as a refined example of modern artistic collaboration in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

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What it does

100 HPStage 1

Cost: water energyBeat20

Cost: water energy lightning energyAqua Slash90

During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

They say that if it emits an aura from its whole body, the weather will begin to change instantly.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Dragonair 181/165 was released as part of the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet—151 expansion in late 2023. This set was designed as a nostalgic homage to the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region, intentionally re-engaging long-term fans by reimagining the classic roster through modern artistic styles.

The card features artwork by illustrator GIDORA, who utilized a distinct, soft-focus aesthetic to depict the serpentine Dragonair swimming through a tranquil, aquatic environment. As an Illustration Rare, the design prioritizes atmospheric storytelling and artistic expression over the standard static poses found in common cards, leading to a positive reception among collectors who favor visual narrative in modern trading card sets.

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About Dragonair

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