Dark Golbat
Dark Golbat is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket (#24). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.45 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Golbat suits collectors working on Team Rocket who need the Rare slot. Vintage copies are condition-dominated; edge whitening and holo scratches move value faster than small NM quote changes on modern cards.
What is Dark Golbat from Team Rocket?
Dark Golbat is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket numbered 24. Sneaks up silently on its prey and attacks it from behind, sometimes killing it with one bite. National Pokédex #42. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Dark Golbat worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.45 for Dark Golbat. Low and high spread runs $4.26 to $48.16. Per-finish references: unlimited: $7.45; 1stEdition: $14.22. 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 | Team Rocket |
|---|---|
| Number | 24 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $7.45 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €13.52 |
| unlimited | $7.45 |
| 1stEdition | $14.22 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass |
| Evolves from | Zubat |
| Flitter | GrassGrass Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for this attack. (Any other effects that would happen after applying Weakness and Resistance still happen.) |
| Sneak Attack | When you play Dark Golbat from your hand, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. If you do, Dark Golbat does 10 damage to that Pokémon. Apply Weakness and Resistance. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Golbat?
Dark Golbat is listed as Rare in Team Rocket. Vintage holos reward patient collectors who can verify authenticity and condition. 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.
What are the key details for Dark Golbat?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Dark Golbat (#24) carries vintage collector interest from Team Rocket. Surface and holo condition usually matter more than small day-to-day market noise.
Pros
- Dark Golbat is catalogued as Rare printing in Team Rocket, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $7.45 across finishes (unlimited: $7.45; 1stEdition: $14.22).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $7.45 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Golbat worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.45 for ungraded Dark Golbat from Team Rocket. 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 Dark Golbat from?
Dark Golbat is listed in Team Rocket (Base) as card #24. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Golbat?
Our catalog lists Dark Golbat as Rare in Team Rocket. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Golbat good for collectors or players?
Dark Golbat includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Golbat?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Golbat appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $7.45, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Golbat?
Finish variants of Dark Golbat carry separate market listings. unlimited: $7.45; 1stEdition: $14.22 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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