2021 Pokémon Sword & Shield Evolving Skies Garbodor V #100/203
Garbodor · The Pokémon Company (Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK) · Ultra Rare - Pokémon V
Player
Garbodor
Set
Sword & Shield: Evolving Skies
Year
2021
Card #
100/203
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint). Visible top-heavy centering; corners and edges appear standard for modern pack-fresh cards but bottom right corner shows potential whitening.
Category
Ultra Rare - Pokémon V
Manufacturer
The Pokémon Company (Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK)
Demand Level
Low. While Evolving Skies is a very popular set, this is a standard V card with high pull rates and low competitive viability.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45 (Note: Grading cost likely exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.75 to $1.25 plus shipping. TCGPlayer market price currently sits at approximately $0.88.
Description
A stunning Ultra Rare Garbodor V from the highly sought-after Evolving Skies expansion. This card features dynamic artwork by Uta, depicting Garbodor using its signature toxic sludge. It possesses the 'Trash Stench' and 'Sludge Bomb' attacks. The card features the signature V-rule and holographic finish characteristic of the SWSH era.
Key Features
Part of the iconic Evolving Skies set; Ultra Rare V designation; playable Darkness-type Pokémon for casual decks.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct font kerning; presence of the 'E' regulation mark; accurate copyright dates; standard back-of-card blue swirl (assumed); holographic sheen consistent with authentic V cards. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Vertical centering is off (heavy at the top); minor surface scuffing possible from binder storage without penny sleeves; potential edge wear on the bottom right corner.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a 'bulk' lot on eBay, or individually on TCGPlayer or Mercari. Local game stores (LGS) may take it as trade-in bulk.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card individually as the fees will far exceed the market value. List as 'Near Mint' if there are no scratches. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping. Best sold bundled with other Evolving Skies hits to save on shipping costs.