Swalot 38 / 119 Pokemon Card from Phantom Forces Set
Swalot is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is illustrated by artist Tomokazu Komiya and is part of the Phantom Forces set from the XY series,…
Set: Phantom Forces
Number: 38/119
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Swalot Pokémon Card
Swalot is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Phantom Forces set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 38/119 and is classified as Rare. The Phantom Forces set was released on November 5, 2014.
The card includes the flavor text: “It swallows anything whole. It sweats toxic fluids from its follicles to douse foes.”.
Swalot Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Swalot
Card number: 38/119
Set: Phantom Forces
Series: XY
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 110
Artist: Tomokazu Komiya
Release date: November 5, 2014
National Pokédex number: 317
Why Collect the Swalot Pokémon Card?
Swalot is a solid addition to the Phantom Forces set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Swalot Pokémon Card
Swalot was illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Swalot Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Swalot is about $3.60. Recent listings range from roughly
.49 (low) to $40.70 (high), with a mid-point near $3.51. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Phantom Forces set has a median card value near $0.84 and an average near 3.15, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -4% over the last 7 days and -17% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Phantom Forces set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Swalot Pokémon Card
Whether Swalot 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.
How Rare Is the Swalot Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Swalot are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Swalot
Swalot appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Crystal Guardians 11 (around 0.00), Emerald 40 (around
7.27) and Hidden Legends 50 (around
1.46).
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 Swalot Pokémon Card
The Swalot pokémon card is a Rare card from the Phantom Forces set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Phantom Forces set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.60; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Swalot card from?
Swalot is from the Phantom Forces set (XY series), numbered 38/119 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Swalot card?
Swalot is classified as Rare.
How much is the Swalot 38/119 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.60, within a recent range of roughly
.49 to $40.70. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Swalot card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Swalot card?
Rare cards like Swalot are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Phantom Forces set released?
The Phantom Forces set was released on November 5, 2014.
Are there other printings of Swalot?
Yes. Swalot appears on 8 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
