Paldean Clodsire 129 / 197 Pokemon Card from Obsidian Flames Set

About the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card

Paldean Clodsire is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 140 HP from the Obsidian Flames set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 129/197 and is classified as Uncommon. The Obsidian Flames set was released on August 11, 2023.

The card includes the flavor text: “When attacked, this Pokémon will retaliate by sticking thick spines out from its body. It's a risky move that puts everything on the line.”.

Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Paldean Clodsire

Card number: 129/197

Set: Obsidian Flames

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Darkness

HP: 140

Artist: Shin Nagasawa

Release date: August 11, 2023

National Pokédex number: 980

Why Collect the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card?

Paldean Clodsire is most often collected as part of a complete Obsidian Flames set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card

Paldean Clodsire was illustrated by Shin Nagasawa.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Paldean Clodsire is about $0.37. Recent listings range from roughly $0.20 (low) to

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Obsidian Flames set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card

Whether Paldean Clodsire is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 2 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 100.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Paldean Clodsire sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2 copies to date.

Other Printings of Paldean Clodsire

Paldean Clodsire appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Obsidian Flames 128 (around $0.33).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Paldean Clodsire Pokémon Card

The Paldean Clodsire pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Obsidian Flames set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Obsidian Flames set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.37; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

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