Tentacool
Tentacool is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Fossil (#56). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.50 for ungraded copies. The set released in 1999. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Tentacool suits collectors working on Fossil who need the Common slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Tentacool from Fossil?
Tentacool is a Pokémon card in Fossil numbered 56. Drifts in shallow seas. Anglers who hook them by accident are often punished by its stinging acid. National Pokédex #72. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Tentacool worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.50 for Tentacool. Low and high spread runs $0.13 to $30515.42. Per-finish references: unlimited: $0.50; 1stEdition: $1.76. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Fossil |
|---|---|
| Number | 56 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.55 |
| unlimited | $0.50 |
| 1stEdition | $1.76 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Acid | Water 10 |
| Cowardice | At any time during your turn (before your attack), you may return Tentacool to your hand. (Discard all cards attached to Tentacool.) This power can't be used the turn you put Tentacool into play or if Tentacool is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Tentacool?
Tentacool is listed as Common in Fossil. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Tentacool?
Catalog fields: set Fossil, rarity Common. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Tentacool from Fossil should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Tentacool is catalogued as Common printing in Fossil, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.50 across finishes (unlimited: $0.50; 1stEdition: $1.76).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Tentacool worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.50 for ungraded Tentacool from Fossil. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Tentacool from?
Tentacool is listed in Fossil (Base) as card #56. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Tentacool?
Our catalog lists Tentacool as Common in Fossil. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Tentacool good for collectors or players?
Tentacool includes gameplay stats in Fossil. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Tentacool?
Finish variants of Tentacool carry separate market listings. unlimited: $0.50; 1stEdition: $1.76 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.