Malamar

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● Darkness

Malamar - Pitch Black (#52)

Pokémon Stage 1 Uncommon HP 120
TCGplayer market reference
$0.25
reverseHolofoil · 2 variants
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Number
52
Illustrator
Naoki Saito
Energy
Darkness
It wields the most compelling hypnotic powers of any Pokémon, and it forces others to do whatever it wants.
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Malamar - Pitch Black

Malamar is a Uncommon Pokémon card from the Pitch Black Pokémon TCG set, released 2026, illustrated by Naoki Saito. It sits at card number 52 in the Pitch Black checklist, classified as a Darkness-type Pokémon with 120 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.

In collector terms, this is an uncommon card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $0.25. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.

Malamar has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#52 in Pitch Black) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.

Catchinary Index Value

CIV 37Weak

Weak icon status, era strength.

Icon Status 30

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 55

Release-window weight.

Score blends market heat, grading upside, icon status, era strength. How CIV works →

Price references USD

Card record updated 2026-10-05. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.

normal
$0.07 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.
reverseHolofoil
$0.25 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.

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Market price history

Latest
$0.25
Low
$0.20
Sep 2026
High
$0.28
Sep 2026
Avg
$0.24
Days tracked
10
data points
Change
+25.0%
since first tracked
Tracked since Sep 25, 2026 · 10 data points
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Malamar FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Malamar from Pitch Black worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $0.25. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-05. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.

How rare is Malamar?

This printing is an uncommon card (the card is labeled "Uncommon" on the checklist). Malamar has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.

Who illustrated Malamar?

Naoki Saito illustrated this card. See Naoki Saito's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.

When was Malamar released?

The Pitch Black set released in 2026, so this card (#52 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.

Where can I buy Malamar?

The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.

Is Malamar legal in Standard format?

Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.