Malamar

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◇ Psychic

Malamar - Forbidden Light (#51)

Pokémon Stage 1 Rare HP 90
TCGplayer market reference
$1.26
reverseHolofoil · 2 variants
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Number
51
Illustrator
You Iribi
Energy
Psychic
It lures prey close with hypnotic motions, then wraps its tentacles around it before finishing it off with digestive fluids.
i About this card

Malamar - Forbidden Light

Malamar is a Rare Pokémon card from the Forbidden Light Pokémon TCG set, released 2018, illustrated by You Iribi. It sits at card number 51 in the Forbidden Light checklist, classified as a Psychic-type Pokémon with 90 HP and the Stage 1 subtype.

In collector terms, this is a standard rare. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $1.26. 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 (#51 in Forbidden Light) 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 34Weak

Weak icon status.

Market Heat 30

30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.

Icon Status 30

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 62

Release-window weight.

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

Price references USD

Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.

normal
$0.68 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
$1.26 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
$1.26
Low
$1.10
Apr 2026
High
$18.66
Feb 2025
Avg
$2.48
Days tracked
202
data points
Change
-93.2%
since first tracked
Tracked since Feb 1, 2025 · 202 data points

Sale History 15 sales · since 2025-02-01

Raw high $18.66
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? Card FAQ

Malamar FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Malamar from Forbidden Light worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $1.26. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. 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 a standard rare (the card is labeled "Rare" 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?

You Iribi illustrated this card. See You Iribi'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 Forbidden Light set released in 2018, so this card (#51 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.